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Parcelle N°247

2018 Minervois Red Blend

Domaine Des Trois Pointes Parcelle N°247 is an exceptional red blend from the esteemed Minervois region, showcasing the delightful characteristics of the 2018 vintage. This wine exhibits a rich ruby color, enticing the eye with its depth. The body is robust, offering a satisfying mouthfeel that envelops the palate. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, creating a lively contrast to the fruit intensity, which is pronounced with notes of dark berries, black cherries, and a hint of plum. The tannins are notable, providing a firm structure that supports the wine's complexity while ensuring a pleasant aging potential. This red blend strikes a harmonious balance, presenting an overall dry profile that makes it a wonderful choice for pairing with a variety of hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Leather

Leather

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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