2016 Mouvedre
International Archives: France
Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Try the rare Mouvedre grape in this wine from the south of France.
ABOUT THIS WINE:
International Archives: France
Mouvedre
Experience the taste of the southern coast of France in this vibrant, complex and aromatic red grape from the Languedoc region. Coming from small vineyards outside the village of St. Pierre on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea this wine was made in a unique location known locally as the “island of great wine.” With notes of dark fruit, violet, and black pepper this tannic wine pairs naturally with rich foods, and might become your new favorite.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to CT.ABOUT THIS WINE
International Archives: France
Mouvedre
Experience the taste of the southern coast of France in this vibrant, complex and aromatic red grape from the Languedoc region. Coming from small vineyards outside the village of St. Pierre on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea this wine was made in a unique location known locally as the “island of great wine.” With notes of dark fruit, violet, and black pepper this tannic wine pairs naturally with rich foods, and might become your new favorite.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to CT.
WINE REGION:
Languedoc-Roussillon
France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.
WINE REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Pork Loin, Roasted Vegetables, Grilled Mushrooms
Pairs well with…
Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Pork Loin, Roasted Vegetables, Grilled Mushrooms
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Pork Loin, Roasted Vegetables, Grilled Mushrooms
Pairs well with…
Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Pork Loin, Roasted Vegetables, Grilled Mushrooms
TASTING NOTES:
Black Cherry
Violet
Black Pepper
Reach for foods that are richly textured and offer umami like ribs, pork sausage, picnic pork shoulder or rabbit and keep the seasoning in line with the floral component of the wine - choose Thyme, Rosemary, and Lavender. Also, the earthy components found in mushrooms and whole grains make for a sublime pairing
TASTING NOTES
Black Cherry
Violet
Black Pepper
Reach for foods that are richly textured and offer umami like ribs, pork sausage, picnic pork shoulder or rabbit and keep the seasoning in line with the floral component of the wine - choose Thyme, Rosemary, and Lavender. Also, the earthy components found in mushrooms and whole grains make for a sublime pairing
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International Archives
International Archives answers the question, "What if you could explore the world through wine?" Each bottle is a unique cultural artifact so deeply intertwined with terroir, the earth the vines grow in, that every time you drink a wine, you're consuming an expression of the land. International Archives will bring you the distinct character of each country as seen through the lens of their winemaking masters.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
International Archives
International Archives answers the question, "What if you could explore the world through wine?" Each bottle is a unique cultural artifact so deeply intertwined with terroir, the earth the vines grow in, that every time you drink a wine, you're consuming an expression of the land. International Archives will bring you the distinct character of each country as seen through the lens of their winemaking masters.
ABOUT THE BRAND
International Archives
International Archives answers the question, "What if you could explore the world through wine?" Each bottle is a unique cultural artifact so deeply intertwined with terroir, the earth the vines grow in, that every time you drink a wine, you're consuming an expression of the land. International Archives will bring you the distinct character of each country as seen through the lens of their winemaking masters.