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Cave la Vinsobraise Diamant Noir
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About This Wine:
The Cave in Vinsobres is a cooperative winery. Vinsobres is located at the top of a mountain and provides south-facing slopes at higher altitudes that allow production of high-quality grapes. Because of this terrain and its reputation for quality, Vinsobres is the first village in the Drôme to receive a Cru designation for its wines. This is the highest designation available for villages in the region and requires the producers to restrict the numbers of acres of production to maintain quality. While wines from Vinsobres are available throughout Europe, the Cave's wines have never been exported to the U.S. Pascal Monier, Director of the Cave, is the second generation of his family to run it -- he took over from his father and has been the driving force behind the AOC's awarding of cru status to Vinsobres. The Diamant Noir is made from grapes from vines at least 30 years old. It's sold as a finer house wine in many restaurants and the region, and has good fruit up front, with great earthy flavor and a nice tannin/mineral finish. (This wine was called Cuvée Terroirs for 2004). According to many leading wine critics, the 2010 vintage in the region was one to remember -- not quite as hot as 2009 or 2011, making more complex wines that are earthier and will keep longer as well. We think you'll agree!
shipping states:
Alaska, California, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, and WyomingWine Profile:
| Vintage: | 2012 |
| Varietal: | Vinsobres Cru Rhone Red |
| Varietal Composition: | |
| 60% | Grenache |
| 40% | Syrah |
| Appellation: | Cave la Vinsobraise, Vinsobres, France |
| Ageability: | Now or hold up to 5 years |
| Alcohol %: | 14% by vol |
Food Pairing:
Red meats, cheeses, game, pizza, spicy foods, grilled vegetables
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