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This blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from Vignobles Ducourt is aged for 12 months prior to bottling. On the nose there are delicate red fruit aromas with a touch of rich vanilla creaminess and this character follows through to the palate where the quite lusty flavours are held together by velvety tannins that lead on to the nicely rounded finish.
Vignobles Ducourt is based in the commune of Ladaux in the the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers region south east of Bordeaux. Their vineyards are all cultivated in the agriculture raisonnée system where they aim to reduce use of artificial pesticides and use minimally interventionist methods.
This is a claret in its prime, which will be drinking well for another 4 or 5 five years yet. Perfect with grilled or roasted red meats, or mature cheeses.