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Pierre Le Grand

2013 Cahors Malbec, Merlot

Chateau Eugenie Pierre Le Grand is an exquisite red wine from the renowned Cahors region, showcasing a captivating blend of Malbec and Merlot, both of which thrive in this unique terroir. This vintage from 2013 presents a full-bodied profile, characterized by pronounced acidity that lends freshness and vibrancy to the wine. The fruit intensity is notably high, revealing luscious dark fruit flavors such as blackberry and plum, complemented by subtle hints of chocolate and spice. The tannins are firm yet refined, providing structure without overwhelming the palate. This wine is perfectly dry, making it a delightful companion to a variety of dishes or an indulgent experience on its own.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant, Blackberry, Earth

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Blackberry

Blackberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 1

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Persian Lamb Stew

Region:


Cahors
Cahors

Southwestern France's Cahors region is known for its deep, dark red wines of the same name. This small town on the Lot River is the original home of the Malbec grape, which tastes very different from its modern Argentinean cousins. In Cahors, this juicy grape is known as Côt, and makes leaner and drier wines than New World examples. Expect earthy flavors of dried leaves and cocoa, firm tannins and such a concentration of color (and polyphenols) that Cahors is sometimes known as "black wine." While the majority of Cahors is single-varietal, sometimes Merlot and/or Tannat are blended in. Aged in oak, these wines exhibit intense flavors of dark berry and spice.

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