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Sainte Nitouche

2012 Corbieres 35% Syrah 45% Grenache, 20% Cinsault

The 2012 Sainte Marie Des Crozes Sainte Nitouche is a captivating red wine hailing from the esteemed Corbières region. This blend of thirty-five percent Syrah, forty-five percent Grenache, and twenty percent Cinsault showcases a medium body that invites the palate to explore its complex layers. With a bright acidity that provides a refreshing lift, this wine dances gracefully on the tongue. The fruit intensity is notably prominent, offering luscious notes of dark berries and cherries complemented by subtle herbal undertones. A gentle touch of tannins adds structure while remaining soft and approachable, making it an excellent choice for a variety of occasions. This wine is beautifully dry, allowing the rich flavors to shine without overwhelming sweetness, ensuring a delightful experience with every sip.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

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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