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Les Ribes

2011 Rasteau Red Blend

Domaine Notre Dame Des Pallieres Les Ribes is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Rasteau region, showcasing the exceptional character that this vintage offers. This wine presents a deep crimson hue, inviting you to explore its rich aromas. With a full-bodied profile, it offers a pleasing roundness on the palate, complemented by a high acidity that brings brightness and liveliness to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, highlighting notes of dark berries intertwined with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. Tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that ensures the wine has excellent aging potential. This wine is decidedly dry, making it an excellent pairing for hearty dishes or savory cheeses, creating a sublime experience for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

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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