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Vieilles Vignes Sous Loyeres

2016 Maranges Red Blend

The Jean-Philippe Marchand Vieilles Vignes Sous Loyeres is a captivating red blend from the renowned Maranges region, showcasing the distinctive characteristics of the area's terroir. This 2016 vintage presents a beautiful ruby color, inviting you into its fragrant bouquet of dark fruits, such as ripe blackberries and cherries, layered with subtle hints of spice and earth. On the palate, this wine impresses with its medium-bodied structure, balanced acidity, and velvety tannins that provide a smooth and lingering finish. Its fruit intensity is prominent, ensuring a delightful experience with every sip, while the off-dry profile makes it a versatile option for food pairing. This blend truly captures the essence of Maranges, offering a well-rounded and enjoyable tasting adventure that is bound to please both casual drinkers and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike.

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:


France
France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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