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Penelope

2008 Corbieres Red Blend

Chateau Helene Penelope is an exquisite red blend from the esteemed Corbieres region, showcasing its rich heritage and remarkable terroir. With its enticing ruby color, this wine offers a sensory journey that unfolds with vibrant notes of dark fruits, enhanced by hints of spice and subtle earthy undertones. The overall structure is full-bodied, perfectly balancing its high acidity and notable tannins, which lend a firm backbone while allowing for a smooth mouthfeel. The fruit intensity is pronounced, captivating the palate with each sip, while its off-dry finish creates a delightful experience that lingers elegantly. This vintage from 2008 exemplifies the best of what Corbieres has to offer, providing a wine that is both approachable and sophisticated, destined to impress enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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