Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois AOC - Domaines Cazes

The Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois from Domaines Cazes in Languedoc reveals a dense, purple-red color when swirled in the glass. This French cuvée presents wonderfully expressive notes of blackcurrants, blueberries, blackberries, and plums in the glass. Added to this are hints of toasted barrique, oak wood, and cigar box.

This red from Domaines Cazes is the right choice for all those who prefer as little residual sweetness in wine as possible. At the same time, it never appears meager or austere, but rather round and smooth. On the palate, this powerful red wine is characterized by an incredibly velvety texture. Thanks to its pronounced acidity, the Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois appears impressively fresh and lively on the palate. The finish of this youthful red wine from the Languedoc wine-growing region, more precisely from Minervois La Livinière, ultimately captivates with a remarkable length.

Vinification of Domaines Cazes Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois

This powerful red wine from France is made from the grape varieties Carignan, Grenache, and Syrah. After harvesting, the grapes are brought to the press house immediately. There they are sorted and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in small oak barrels at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois is aged for another 12 months in French oak barriques.

Food recommendation for Domaines Cazes Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois

This French red wine is best enjoyed at a tempered 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompanying wine to Thai cucumber salad, arugula penne, or spicy lamb curry.

Awards for Domaine L'Ostal Cazes Estibals Minervois from Domaines Cazes

In addition to its excellent price-enjoyment ratio, this red wine from Domaines Cazes can also boast awards. In detail, for the 2018 vintage these are

• Wine Spectator - 87 points

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