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Les Fontanilles

2010 Minervois Red Blend

Global Wine Co. Les Fontanilles is a captivating red blend from the picturesque Minervois region, renowned for its expressive wines. This 2010 vintage showcases a rich, deep red hue, inviting the senses to explore its complexity. The wine presents a harmonious balance of body and acidity, offering a smooth mouthfeel that delights as it dances across the palate. Fruit intensity is prominently featured, with luscious notes of dark berries and ripe cherries, complemented by subtle spice undertones. The tannins are finely woven into the structure, providing a firm yet elegant backbone that enhances the wine's overall depth. This enchanting blend is dry, making it incredibly versatile and food-friendly, perfect for pairing with hearty dishes or savored on its own.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin High

Low Pronounced

Region:


Minervois
Minervois

Minervois AOC gets its name from the scenic medieval village of Minerve. It is a small sub-region of Languedoc-Roussillon within France's Pays d'Oc IGP. Vineyards are planted on the slopes of Massif Central, benefitting from various altitudes and diverse soil types. The climate ranges from cool, Atlantic-influenced conditions in the northwest to dry, Mediterranean heat in the southeast. Wines here must be blends of at least two varieties. The most popular styles are oak-aged, spicy, fruit-driven red blends of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Other common varieties include Lledoner Pelut, Carignan and Cinsault. Crisp white wine blends are produced in lower volumes using Vermentino, Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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