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La Noble
2008 Merlot
HPS introduced the La Noble brand in 1989, and was one of the first importers to realize the untapped potential of the Languedoc region of Southern France. The wines are blended by HPS, and, over the past 20 years, have been recognized more than 30 times for their consistent quality, character and value!
Tasting Notes: Plum and black cherry aromas on the nose. Silky and satin textured on the palate, with soft tannins and a breadth of fruit flavors.
Serve With: Excellent on its own, or with burger, poultry or pork dishes.
Vineyards
Fruit is sourced from high, cool, breezy and sun-drenched vineyards around Pennautier and adjoining villages west of Carcassonne. These are typically between 600 and 1200 feet above sea level and 30 miles inland.
Appellation
Vin de Pays d'Oc
Composition
100% Merlot.
Viticulture
Fermented in tank, with a cuvaison of 12-13 days. Aged in tank and racked 2-3 times before bottling. Primarily unoaked, with only 10% of the blend barrel-aged in older (2-4 year old) French and American oak barrels.
Vinification
Fermented in tank, with a cuvaison of 12-13 days. Aged in tank and racked 2-3 times before bottling. Primarily unoaked, with only 10% of the blend barrel-aged in older (2-4 year old) French and American oak barrels.
Alcohol
13.5
Accolades
86 pts, "...bright and stimulating...finishes with plenty of refreshment..." - The Wine Advocate, Values Report, 8/09.More than a dozen recommendations from the Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator!
UPC
750 ml: 0 97871 00133 5
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Label
300 DPI Label
Tech Sheet
La Noble: Merlot 2008 TS
Shelf Talker
La Noble: Merlot 2008 ST
Case Card
La Noble: Merlot 2008 CC
Bottle Shot
La Noble: Merlot 2008 BS