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Terre D' Exception

2004 Coteaux Du Languedoc Red Blend

Chateau Tour Des Gardies Terre D'Exception is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Coteaux Du Languedoc region. This 2004 vintage showcases a rich and inviting color, revealing the wine's depth and character. Its medium-bodied profile is complemented by a vibrant acidity that enhances the overall balance, making it truly food-friendly for a variety of dishes. The fruit intensity is prominent, with delightful notes of dark berries and subtle spices offering a delightful complexity. The tannins are well-structured, providing a firm backbone while still allowing the wine to remain approachable. With a pleasingly dry finish, this exquisite blend not only reflects the terroir of its origin but also delivers an unforgettable tasting experience that exemplifies the best of the Southern French winemaking tradition.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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