Velvet AOC - Zelige Caravent 2018
Format: 75 cl
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Zelige - Caravent |
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AOC |
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Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre |
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2018 |
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13.5% |
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75 cl |
| Ripe red fruits, spices, chocolate, balsamic touch | |
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Fermentation in cement tanks, gentle extractions, without exogenous yeasts |
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Languedoc-Roussillon |
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Pic Saint Loup |
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France |
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Red wine |
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12 months in cement tanks on fine lees |
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Cement tanks |
| Intense ruby red | |
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16-18°C |
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Immediate consumption, but suitable for aging |
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Grilled red meats, roasts, game, aged cheeses |
Zelige Caravent winery follows environmentally-friendly cultivation methods, with a particular focus on maintaining the natural balance of the soil and preserving biodiversity. The low-intervention approach during winemaking enhances the natural qualities of the grapes, ensuring a wine of great character and purity.
The Velvet AOC is known for its complex aromatic profile, ranging from notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and raspberry, to hints of spices, chocolate, and a light balsamic touch. On the palate, the wine is elegant and velvety, with finely interwoven tannins and balanced acidity that contribute to a long-lasting taste.
The aging process in the cellar includes a period of rest in wooden barrels that do not overpower the fruit but integrate into the structure of the wine, adding complexity and a light toasted vein.
Ideal as an accompaniment to robust dishes such as grilled red meats, roasts, game, and aged cheeses, Velvet AOC by Zelige Caravent is also perfect to enjoy on its own as a meditation wine. Its aging potential also makes it an excellent candidate for further years in the cellar, where it can develop additional layers of complexity.
Enjoy the thrill of a glass of Velvet AOC and be captivated by the authentic flavors of high French winemaking. A wine that tells the story of its territory with every sip.