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Les Mesclances Faustine AOC Cotes de Provence La Londe Red
From Chateau Les Mesclances, a multi-award-winning Provencal estate, the 2018 Faustine Rouge AOC Cotes de Provence La Londe is an exceptional expression of the estate?s red wine craftsmanship. Produced from carefully selected grapes, the harvest is destemmed, crushed and fermented directly in 225L and 400L oak barrels. During the extended two-month maceration, the barrels are regularly rotated to maintain contact between the wine and the skins, extracting remarkable colour, structure and aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged for 18 months, developing elegance, depth and refinement. Deep garnet red in colour, the nose is powerful and complex, revealing aromas of ripe dark fruit, black cherry and plum, complemented by notes of eucalyptus, pine, Mediterranean herbs and subtle spice. The palate is rich and beautifully structured, with concentrated fruit, silky tannins and impressive length, delivering a wine of remarkable depth and character. A sophisticated Provence red with excellent ageing potential, the 2018 Faustine Rouge is best enjoyed with mature meats, grilled lamb, game dishes, roasted vegetables and aged cheeses. Serve between 16?19øC and consider decanting before serving.
Les Mesclances Faustine AOC Cotes de Provence La Londe Red 2018
Rated 91 points by Wine Enthusiast and awarded 2 Stars by Guide Hachette des Vins, the 2016 Les Mesclances St Honorat Rouge is a premium AOC Cotes de Provence red blend showcasing the elegance and ageing potential of Provence reds. Crafted predominantly from Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this estate-grown wine displays a deep garnet colour with an expressive bouquet of blackberry, blackcurrant and ripe plum, layered with subtle notes of black pepper, sweet spice and well-integrated oak. The palate is rich and beautifully structured, combining concentrated dark fruit with silky tannins, fresh acidity and a refined mineral character. Hints of liquorice and gentle spice linger through a long, balanced finish, reflecting the wine's maturity and exceptional craftsmanship. A superb match for grilled lamb, roast beef, duck, slow-cooked meats, mushroom dishes and mature cheeses. Decant for 30?60 minutes before serving at 16?18øC for the best expression.
One of the most expensive Bordeaux wines - and indeed, one of the priciest anywhere - Le Pin is a surprisingly recent arrival on the global stage, with its first vintage having been produced just decades ago in 1979. Originally priced at a modest 700 francs, the praise garnered by the 1982 vintage propelled Le Pin into the global limelight, with sales from that point on par with - or exceeding - those of First Growth Bordeaux wines. An exotic style of Bordeaux, Le Pin possesses a resplendent, lavish mouth-feel with intensely ripe fruit aromas and hints of smoke on the palate.
Vines have flourished in the Luberon for hundreds of years with the grapes benefiting from the warmth of the Mediterranean climate whilst retaining a lovely fresh finish. A wonderful crisp and fruity Rose with notes of wild strawberries and fresh cherries. Perfect as an aperitif or as a partner to fish and shellfish, chicken dishes and salads.
This red from France is a great introduction to Bordeaux without the expensive price tag. A deep purple colour with hint of spice and vegetal aromas. The palate is supple and round with notes of plum, leather and spice with a rich, persistent finish.
Complex aromas of red and black fruit, graphite and black truffle with faint marine influence as it unfolds in a glass. Medium-bodied on the palate with brambly note underneath the core of blueberry, acai and boysenberry fruit. Firm tannin with impressive backbone and loads of licorice, bay, tobacco and black tea flavours fill in through the finish.