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Les Picasses

2009 Chinon Red Blend

Chateau De Coulaine Les Picasses is a stunning red blend hailing from the picturesque Chinon region, renowned for its exceptional terroir. This 2009 vintage offers a captivating deep red hue that entices the senses. With a medium-bodied character, it showcases vibrant acidity that adds a lively freshness, making it incredibly food-friendly. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries, plum, and hints of spice that bring complexity and depth to the palate. The tannins are well-structured, providing a firm backbone that supports the wine's richness without overpowering it. This blend is delightfully dry, enhancing the overall experience of a wine that balances elegance with bold flavors, making it a fantastic choice for both casual and special occasions.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Low

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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