{"product_id":"2019-chinon-rouge-les-ribotees-domaine-de-la-mariniere-loire-valley-france","title":"2019 Chinon Rouge 'Les Ribotees', Domaine de la Mariniere, Loire Valley, France","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mature and distinctive Cabernet Franc from the Chinon appellation, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Ribotées\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a refined expression of Domaine de la Marinière’s traditional Loire Valley style. The 2019 vintage combines generous fruit with developed savoury complexity, offering an elegant, structured wine that is drinking beautifully while retaining excellent freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep ruby red with subtle garnet reflections, the nose is complex and inviting, revealing aromas of black cherry, cassis and ripe raspberry alongside notes of violet, dried herbs, graphite and gentle spice. With time in the glass, more developed hints of tobacco, forest floor and leather emerge. The palate is medium-bodied and finely structured, with concentrated dark fruit, polished tannins and bright acidity leading to a long, savoury and mineral finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced exclusively from carefully selected Cabernet Franc grapes grown in the varied clay, limestone and gravel soils of Chinon. Traditional fermentation and gentle extraction preserve the grape’s aromatic character while building depth and structure. Careful maturation followed by extended bottle ageing allows the fruit, tannins and savoury elements to integrate, resulting in a harmonious and expressive wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent match for roast duck, braised beef, venison and herb-crusted lamb. It also pairs beautifully with wild mushroom dishes, lentil casseroles, charcuterie and mature cheeses such as Comté or aged goat’s cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57104271737210,"sku":"12436","price":31.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/7804\/1155\/files\/Web-bottle-shots-62.jpg?v=1784898236","url":"https:\/\/baythornewines.co.uk\/products\/2019-chinon-rouge-les-ribotees-domaine-de-la-mariniere-loire-valley-france","provider":"Baythorne Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}