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Le Primitif

2006 Gigondas 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Mourvedre

Lacave Sca Le Primitif from the esteemed Gigondas region is a captivating blend that beautifully showcases the characteristics of its constituent varietals. Composed of fifty percent Grenache, thirty percent Syrah, and twenty percent Mourvèdre, this red wine exhibits a rich and full-bodied profile that envelops the palate in luxurious depth. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a mouthwatering freshness that balances the wine's fruit-forward intensity, highlighted by notes of ripe blackberries and plums intertwined with hints of spice. Tannins are notably structured, adding a firm backbone that supports its complexity and age potential. This 2006 vintage is masterfully crafted, presenting itself as a versatile choice for pairing with hearty dishes or savoring on its own, remaining stylishly dry and thoroughly enjoyable.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


France
France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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