Chateau les Hauts de Caillevel 'Fruissance' Merlot - Bergerac, France
Producer's Notes:
On the nose, it features red-fruit aromas. On the palate, the attack is lively and full-bodied, again with notes of red fruit. Fruissance is the ideal accompaniment for charcuterie, grilled dishes, and summer meals, as well as rabbit and pasta—no matter how simple the preparation.
What We Say:
An easy-drinking expression of Château Les Hauts de Caillevel: a very fruity red meant to be enjoyed young, with fresh-fruit aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry. The palate is lively and generous, with juicy red-fruit flavors that carry through. Its texture is more supple and rounded than muscular, with fresh acidity providing energy and soft tannins keeping the finish smooth.
Grape Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Style: Red - Dry, medium-bodied, fresh, juicy, fruit-forward
Alcohol: 13%
Drink Window: Now - 6 years
Perfect For: Rostes pork, pork chops, grilled beef burgers, roasted chicken, medium-aged cheeses like Gouda, Cheddar, or Comté
A fresh, organically farmed red built around crunchy berries, supple tannins and lively acidity making it an appealing summer drinking experience.
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