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Cougar Negroamaro (Temecula Valley)

Cougar

Temecula Valley · South Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Negroamaro
Country
United States
Region
Temecula Valley · South Coast
Appellation
Temecula Valley
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes grelhadas · pratos com cogumelos · massas com molho à base de tomate

Rated vintages

  • 201390 pts

    Italian varieties do well in this warmer Southern California region, and this obscure grape is on that path. Baked blueberry, intriguing chocolate spice, sandalwood and a touch of vanilla show on the nose. Flavors are hearty, with blackberry, nutmeg, espresso bean and melted cho…