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Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux

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Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux · France

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Bordeaux-style Red Blend
Country
France
Region
Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
Appellation
Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

red meat · lamb · aged cheeses · game · French cuisine · smoked dishes

Rated vintages

  • 201487 pts

    This fruity, black-currant-flavored wine comes from a blend of Merlot and Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc. A strong, smoky tannin character lies under the fruit and makes the wine both structured and fresh, with blackberry acidity at the end. This promises some aging; drink from 2…

  • 201384 pts

    Jammy fruits conflict with a firm tannic structure. This wine is not yet balanced and needs a lighter touch. Producer is Jean Paul Barre.