Moulin des Chênes

This wine is deep crimson in color, with aromas of ripe strawberries, blackberries, and wild thyme. On the palate, it reveals "velvety" tannins and a juicy core of bold, red fruits and subtle spice. It shares the power of its neighbor, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but with a softer, more approachable elegance.

Price: £17.00

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Key information

Region: Lirac, Rhône Valley, France

Year: 2016

Alcohol: 14%

Info:

Interesting: Lirac sits right across the river from Châteauneuf-du-Pape and shares the same "galets roulés" (pudding stones) soil.

Did You Know? Lirac was the first Rhone region to produce rosé back in the Middle Ages.

Pairing: Grilled sausages or ratatouille; an alfresco dinner at dusk.

Intensity
Delicate
Bold
3.9
Acidity
Softer
Zesty
3.6
Sweetness
Dry
Sweet
1.2
Body
Light
Full
3.8
Tannins
Smooth
Chewy
3.5

Ideal for The Velvet Soul

Your palate has a biological rejection of bitterness and astringency. You may be a "Supertaster" (highly sensitive to bitter compounds), which means high tannins feel physically painful or harsh, like sandpaper on your gums. Your mouth seeks protection - you want wines with higher glycerol (body) and alcohol sweetness to coat your tongue and create a barrier against harsh textures. You judge wine by how seamlessly it glides across your palate.