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Mourvedre Rose'

Mourvedre Rose' Wine Details
Price: $18.00 per bottle

Description: Perfect for anytime. Don't let the pink color throw you off! This is a dry Rose'. We kept the fruit on the skins for 24 hours, then pressed the fruit off and fermented it dry. This wine is fruity and full in flavor with overtones of spice. It is an ideal food pairing wine and a perfect wine to share with friends on a hot afternoon. We recommend you serve it chilled.

Varietal Definition
Mourvedre:
As long as the weather is warm, Mourvedre ably tolerates a wide variety of soils. It is popular across the south of France, especially in Provence, where it is responsible for the greatness of Bandol, and many a fine red Cotes-du-Rhone. It is often blended in Chateauneuf-du-Pape; Languedoc makes it as a varietal. Spain uses it in many areas, including Valencia. In the United States, Mourvedre remains a minor factor for now, pursued by a few wineries that specialize in Rhone-style wines. The wine it produces can be quite pleasing, with medium weight, spicy cherry and berry flavors and moderate tannins. It ages well.


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