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Sortilege

2010 Saint Chinian 70% Syrah 30% Grenache

Les Eminades Sortilege from the Saint Chinian region showcases a captivating red hue that draws you in. This blend, composed of seventy percent Syrah and thirty percent Grenache, offers a full-bodied experience marked by a remarkable depth of flavor. With high acidity, the wine presents a vibrancy that refreshes the palate, making it an excellent companion to rich dishes. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances its aging potential. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing layers of dark fruits that interlace with subtle herbal notes and a hint of spice. This wine is on the drier side, allowing the complex flavors to shine without overwhelming sweetness, making it an impressive choice for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

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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