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Prima Donna

2006 Minervois La Liviniere Red Blend

L'oustal Blanc Prima Donna is an exceptional red blend from the renowned Minervois La Liviniere region, celebrated for its rich terroir and robust varietals. The 2006 vintage showcases a wine that is full-bodied, offering a satisfying weight on the palate. Its acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall freshness and ensuring a mouthwatering finish. The tannins are notably firm and structured, providing depth and longevity while harmonizing beautifully with the wine's fruit intensity, which is prominent and expressive, revealing layers of dark fruit flavors throughout. This enchanting wine strikes a perfect balance with a dry character, making it a delightful companion to hearty meals or enjoyable on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

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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