La Croix de Cabaret 2005 RED France

Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful rugged vineyards of the Minervois it's oak-aged and delicious and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it is not an officially recognised variety it cannot be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a vin de pays - and exceptionally good value! The winemakers are Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad. Reflecting the perfect 2005 vintage conditions La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the fruit. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth succulent and intense.

Per bottle price from: £5.59
Merchant: Sunday Times Wine Club
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