
Grand Chataignier Merlot - Domaine de la BaumeThe Grand Chataignier Merlot of Domaine de la Baume from the Languedoc offers a dense purple color in the glass. This varietal French wine presents in the glass wonderfully fragrant and complex notes of wild berry jam, blackberries, blueberries and mulberries. These are joined by hints of smoked meat, air-dried ham and firewood. On the palate, Domaine de la Baume's Grand Chataignier Merlot starts wonderfully dry, grippy and aromatic. On the tongue, this punchy red wine is characterized by an immensely weighty texture. In the finish, this youthful from the wine region of the Languedoc finally inspires with good length. Once again, hints of blueberry and wild berry jam show through. Vinification of the Grand Chataignier Merlot from Domaine de la Baume This powerful red wine from France is made from the Merlot grape variety. The berries for this red wine from France, when perfectly ripe, are harvested particularly quickly and at the coolest possible time of day to preserve their aromas. After the harvest, the grapes are quickly transferred to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully milled. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks and small wood at controlled temperatures. At the end of the fermentation, the Grand Chataignier Merlot is allowed to further harmonize on the fine lees for a few months. Food recommendation for the Domaine de la Baume Grand Chataignier Merlot This red wine from France is best enjoyed at a temperate 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as a companion to veal boiled beef with beans and tomatoes, braised chicken in red wine or ossobuco.