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Dourthe No.1 2009

This is a Bordeaux blend consisting of Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Sauvignon. I came across this in the supermarket in France some time back and it is very good value for money at just around 10€.

Deep dark red colour.

Red fruit and cassis with oaky spicy notes on the nose.

Seductive well balanced taste with a medium body. Quite juicy with nicely integrated oak.

Dourthe no 1 2009
Bordeaux
Ca 10€ or 180 NOK


Founded in 1840, Dourthe now sets the standard in winemaking in Bordeaux. Vignobles Dourthe is comprised of nine estates - all elevated to the very heights of their respective appellations.
(Château Belgrave, Château La Garde, Château Le Boscq, Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac, Château Rahoul, Château Reysson, Château Haut Gros Caillou, Château de Ricaud, Château Pey La Tour) 

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