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Rochambeau's Starboard

Virginia Chambourcin

Gauthier Vineyards Rochambeau's Starboard is a captivating red wine originating from the picturesque Virginia wine region. This Chambourcin displays a vibrant ruby hue, inviting you to explore its delightful character. With a medium body, it strikes a harmonious balance between richness and approachability, making it a fantastic choice for both casual gatherings and elegant meals. The wine exhibits high acidity, contributing to its bright, lively profile that awakens the palate. Prominent fruit intensity reveals luscious notes of ripe blackberries and cherries, providing a delightful sweetness that dances on the tongue. The tannins are distinctive, offering a firm structure without overpowering the overall experience. This wine is bone dry, ensuring that its fruit flavors shine brightly while leaving a refreshing finish. Gauthier Vineyards Rochambeau's Starboard truly encapsulates the essence of Virginia's terroir, making it a remarkable addition to any wine enthusiast's collection.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


Virginia
Virginia

Virginia, with its rich historical heritage and varied landscapes, is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions on the East Coast. Spanning from the Atlantic coastline to the Appalachian Mountains, Virginia's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs. The cool breezes from the Atlantic and the higher elevations of the mountains play a major role in moderating Virginia's vineyards, providing a balanced climate that allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the coastal and mountainous regions, producing elegant and nuanced wines, while further inland, the warmer valleys support the cultivation of bigger, bolder wines. This range of conditions allows Virginia to produce a wide variety of wine styles, reflective of its unique and diverse growing regions.

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