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Chanmé Méchant
Pays d'Oc IGP, France
Hailing from Pays d’Oc in Southern France, this Grenache is a Best of Class and Best of Show stunner
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Chanmé Méchant
Grenache
Bordered by the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, Pays d’Oc is nestled into the southern coast of France. The region is exposed to a continental climate with dry, hot days during the growing season and winds that blow in from the northwest. These winds are incredibly beneficial to fruit that basks in the sunshine – cooler breezes give grapes a chance to develop natural acidity and blow away rot and disease that plagues many other winegrowing regions of France. Bold and big varietals like Grenache that require little babysitting thrive in the environment, and this is a beautiful expression of the famous French wine. Typically a late-ripening varietal, bright red fruit flavors shine when combined with the classic white pepper notes the wine is famous for. Balanced acidity melds with firm tannins, lengthening each sip and making you reach for another glass. Scroll through the image carouse ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chanmé Méchant
Grenache
Bordered by the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, Pays d’Oc is nestled into the southern coast of France. The region is exposed to a continental climate with dry, hot days during the growing season and winds that blow in from the northwest. These winds are incredibly beneficial to fruit that basks in the sunshine – cooler breezes give grapes a chance to develop natural acidity and blow away rot and disease that plagues many other winegrowing regions of France. Bold and big varietals like Grenache that require little babysitting thrive in the environment, and this is a beautiful expression of the famous French wine. Typically a late-ripening varietal, bright red fruit flavors shine when combined with the classic white pepper notes the wine is famous for. Balanced acidity melds with firm tannins, lengthening each sip and making you reach for another glass. Scroll through the image carouse ...
WINE REGION:
Pays d'Oc IGP
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.
WINE REGION
Pays d'Oc IGP
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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Mushroom Risotto, Charcuterie
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Mushroom Risotto, Charcuterie
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Mushroom Risotto, Charcuterie
Pairs well with…
Roasted Pork Loin, Mushroom Risotto, Charcuterie
TASTING NOTES:
White Pepper
Strawberry
Raspberry
Beautiful floral aromas jump out immediately when you lift the glass to your nose. Flavors of fresh strawberry and raspberry meld with tart red cherry. Classic white pepper notes are complemented by subtle all-spice and clove. Balanced acidity enhances strong tannins, making every sip linger on the palate.
TASTING NOTES
White Pepper
Strawberry
Raspberry
Beautiful floral aromas jump out immediately when you lift the glass to your nose. Flavors of fresh strawberry and raspberry meld with tart red cherry. Classic white pepper notes are complemented by subtle all-spice and clove. Balanced acidity enhances strong tannins, making every sip linger on the palate.
AWARDS:
Chanmé Méchant
7 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Show Red Wine, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Best of Class, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
94 Points, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
AWARDS
Chanmé Méchant
7 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Show Red Wine, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Best of Class, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
94 Points, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Chanmé Méchant
The French take their food and wine very seriously, but that does not mean they don't enjoy a bit of fun. Chanmé Méchant is a playful French "verlan"—a word that flips its sound to create a phrase that captures opposites. Chanmé, meaning enjoyable, and Méchant, meaning wicked, come together to form a fitting name for these informal French wines, which are, in fact, "Wicked Good."
ABOUT THE BRAND
Chanmé Méchant
The French take their food and wine very seriously, but that does not mean they don't enjoy a bit of fun. Chanmé Méchant is a playful French "verlan"—a word that flips its sound to create a phrase that captures opposites. Chanmé, meaning enjoyable, and Méchant, meaning wicked, come together to form a fitting name for these informal French wines, which are, in fact, "Wicked Good."