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2015 Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot


La Douleur Exquise

Languedoc-Roussillon, France

A captivating blend of cabernet sauvignon and petit-verdot from French winemaking prodigy Nicolas Idiart

$17.99
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

La Douleur Exquise

La Douleur Exquise

Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot

Varietal: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Petit Verdot
ABV: 13.4
Winemaker: Nicolas Idiart
MSRP: $17.00

From French winemaking prodigy Nicolas Idiart, La Douleur Exquise is a blend of cabernet sauvignon and petit-verdot that is far greater than the sum of its parts. Named after the heart-wrenching pain of star-crossed love, La Douleur Exquise derives its incredible depth of flavor from the stress put onto the vines, creating low-yield harvests of intensely flavorful grapes.

WINEMAKER

The youngest graduate of Bordeaux’s prestigious Ecole du Vin, Nicolas Idiart prides himself on his use of lesser-known grapes to enhance varietals. “The petit-verdot is an amazing grape that I discovered when I was working at Sichel in Margaux,” explains Nicolas. “When we blend the petit-verdot with the cabernet it brings some structure and makes the finish longer wit ...

ABOUT THIS WINE

La Douleur Exquise

La Douleur Exquise

Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot

Varietal: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Petit Verdot
ABV: 13.4
Winemaker: Nicolas Idiart
MSRP: $17.00

From French winemaking prodigy Nicolas Idiart, La Douleur Exquise is a blend of cabernet sauvignon and petit-verdot that is far greater than the sum of its parts. Named after the heart-wrenching pain of star-crossed love, La Douleur Exquise derives its incredible depth of flavor from the stress put onto the vines, creating low-yield harvests of intensely flavorful grapes.

WINEMAKER

The youngest graduate of Bordeaux’s prestigious Ecole du Vin, Nicolas Idiart prides himself on his use of lesser-known grapes to enhance varietals. “The petit-verdot is an amazing grape that I discovered when I was working at Sichel in Margaux,” explains Nicolas. “When we blend the petit-verdot with the cabernet it brings some structure and makes the finish longer wit ...

La Douleur Exquise

WINE REGION:

Outline of Languedoc-Roussillon

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

Outline of Languedoc-Roussillon

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:

La Douleur Exquise 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot

Pairs well with…

Grilled Ribeye, Stir Fry, Indian, Sloppy Joes/Sandwiches

Body
5
Body
Acidity
2
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Grilled Ribeye, Stir Fry, Indian, Sloppy Joes/Sandwiches

FLAVOR PROFILE

La Douleur Exquise 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot

Pairs well with…

Grilled Ribeye, Stir Fry, Indian, Sloppy Joes/Sandwiches

Body
5
Body
Acidity
2
Acidity
Fruit Intensity
4
Fruit Intensity
Tannin
2
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Grilled Ribeye, Stir Fry, Indian, Sloppy Joes/Sandwiches

AWARDS:

La Douleur Exquise

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1 TOTAL AWARDS

Silver Medal, 2017 San Diego International Wine And Spirits Challenge

AWARDS

La Douleur Exquise

medal
1 TOTAL AWARDS

Silver Medal, 2017 San Diego International Wine And Spirits Challenge

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ABOUT THE BRAND:

La Douleur Exquise

As the French Proverb states, "there are two great pleasures in gambling; that of winning and that of losing." Even to the seasoned winemaker, each vintage presents unique challenges concerning not only Mother Nature but everything leading to the finished bottle. However, much like the greatest players, the finest winemakers spend countless hours studying and honing their craft to minimize risk. La Douleur Exquise embraces this labor of love. We capitalize on the wins of each vintage by utilizing the learnings of our past, making each of our wines a sure bet.

ABOUT THE BRAND:

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

La Douleur Exquise

As the French Proverb states, "there are two great pleasures in gambling; that of winning and that of losing." Even to the seasoned winemaker, each vintage presents unique challenges concerning not only Mother Nature but everything leading to the finished bottle. However, much like the greatest players, the finest winemakers spend countless hours studying and honing their craft to minimize risk. La Douleur Exquise embraces this labor of love. We capitalize on the wins of each vintage by utilizing the learnings of our past, making each of our wines a sure bet.

ABOUT THE BRAND

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

La Douleur Exquise

As the French Proverb states, "there are two great pleasures in gambling; that of winning and that of losing." Even to the seasoned winemaker, each vintage presents unique challenges concerning not only Mother Nature but everything leading to the finished bottle. However, much like the greatest players, the finest winemakers spend countless hours studying and honing their craft to minimize risk. La Douleur Exquise embraces this labor of love. We capitalize on the wins of each vintage by utilizing the learnings of our past, making each of our wines a sure bet.