COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Merlot
PRODUCER
Les Vins Georges Duboeuf
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Produced by Les Vins Georges Duboeuf, famously led by the legendary 'Pope of Beaujolais', this Merlot represents an expansion into the warm, sun-drenched terroirs of Southern France. Sourced from the Aude department near the historic city of Carcassonne, the wine is part of a regional selection celebrating local flora. Each bottle features a native French wildflower, with the Merlot showcasing the Cornflower (Bleuet) as a symbol of sustainable viticulture and a nod to Duboeuf's iconic artistic heritage.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The bottle features the Cornflower (Bleuet), representing the sustainable wildflowers grown in the vineyards.
Fact 02
Sourced from high valleys in the Pyrenees foothills, benefiting from cool alpine winds that preserve acidity.
Fact 03
Created by Georges Duboeuf, the famous producer who revolutionized the global market with Beaujolais Nouveau.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process focuses on preserving fresh, vibrant fruit flavors. Grapes are thoroughly destemmed and gently pressed before undergoing fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Skin-contact maceration is accompanied by frequent pumping-over (remontage) to extract deep color and supple, silky tannins without harshness. Following a complete malolactic fermentation to soften the texture, the wine is aged primarily in stainless steel, with minimal oak contact to maintain its approachable, fruit-forward profile.
