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Les Pontaix

2017 Crozes-Hermitage Red Blend

Laurent Fayolle Les Pontaix is a captivating red blend from the renowned Crozes-Hermitage region, celebrated for its expressive and harmonious wines. This 2017 vintage showcases a medium-bodied profile, striking a lovely balance between richness and finesse. With notable acidity, the wine offers a bright and lively experience, lifting the overall palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark berries and stone fruits that are intricately woven together, creating a delightful complexity. Tannins are firm yet approachable, providing structure and depth without overpowering the elegant fruit. This captivating blend is dry, making it exceptionally food-friendly and a wonderful choice for pairing with a variety of dishes. Enjoying Laurent Fayolle Les Pontaix is truly an invitation to savor the essence of Crozes-Hermitage.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone 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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