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La Descente aux Amphores Rouge 2013

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Cabernet Franc with long maceration and aging in Georgian amphorae

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Artisanal wine Native yeasts No added sulfites

Red

56,90 €

Territory

France

Thouars

Characteristics

Appellation: Vin de France

Grape varieties: Cabernet Franc 100%

Alcohol content: 12,5%

Format: 750ml

Serving temperature: 18°

Description

Manual harvest, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, maceration on the skins for 8 months in underground Georgian amphorae, maturation in amphora for another 12 months. No addition of sulphites.

Tasting

Broad and complex nose, of blackcurrant and blueberry, pepper and wild herbs, with notes of undergrowth, pepper and liquorice; fresh and enveloping sip, with balanced tannins and very long persistence.

Pairings

Land starters, first courses with game sauces, lamb, mature cheeses.