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Les Asters

2006 Gigondas Grenache Noir, Syrah, Mourvedre

Guyot Les Asters Les Asters from the 2006 vintage is a captivating red wine that originates from the prestigious Gigondas region. This wine showcases a harmonious blend of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, each varietal contributing to its complexity. With a medium body, this wine offers just the right amount of substance while remaining approachable. Its acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall dynamism of the wine, while the fruit intensity reveals delightful notes of ripe berries and black cherries, intermingled with subtle spice and earthy undertones. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, providing a structured backbone that supports the wine's elegant profile. Furthermore, this wine is crafted to be dry, allowing the fruit characteristics to shine through without overwhelming sweetness, making it an excellent choice for food pairing or simply enjoying on its own.

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

Pairs well with:


Roasted Lamb, Herb Chicken, Lamb With Mint Chimichurri

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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