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Valeur Ajoutée 2021 Merlot Pays d'Oc IGP, France

2021 Pays d'Oc Merlot

Valeur Ajoutée 2021 Merlot from Pays d'Oc IGP in France offers a harmonious balance of medium body, moderate acidity, fruit-forward intensity, and well-rounded tannins. This vibrant red wine showcases the classic characteristics of Merlot, reflecting the terroir of the Pays d'Oc region with a sophisticated yet approachable profile. The 2021 vintage captures the essence of the grape varietal, delivering a smooth and enjoyable drinking experience.

Tasting notes:

Our Merlot greets the nose with uplifting, menthol-like aromas. It has a fruit-driven palate with blueberry and blackberry flavors joined by vanilla and almond notes from oak. It has high acidity and tannins but feels soft, making it an excellent choice for food pairing.

Region:

Pays d'Oc

If you've vacationed in the south of France, you've probably visited the Pays d'Oc region. Embracing the Mediterranean from Spain to Provence, this region is famed as much for its Grenache, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as its endless sunshine. Pays d'Oc covers non-AOC wines made across this large, sun-kissed region, known as France's "New World." Far from the regulations of the AOC system, pioneering winemakers headed here to experiment, crafting many now-famous wines that often state their grape variety on the label—not something that was common in France before then. IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) within France’s wine classification system focuses on controlling regional and geographical origin. The category is less restrictive than the AOC classification and gives winemakers more freedom with style and taste profile when creating wines.

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