Bistrot des Arts Merlot

IGP Pays d’Oc ORIGIN TERROIR This collection is a tribute to the iconic Parisian bistros, symbol of the capital and convivial spots where Parisians used to meet for a drink, often a ‘house wine’ carefully selected at the vineyard itself. During the Belle Epoque they were also frequented by artists, it was in many of these bistros that inspiration was found for some of the most famous pieces of art that made France famous across the world. This is the spirit of the Bistrot Des Arts range Through its various varietal wines it embodies conviviality and the French art de vivre Bistrot des Arts are Vins du Pays d’Oc from specially selected terroirs They express the typical character of the wines from the South of France generosity freshness and expression of the fruit VINIFICATION Traditional vinification of healthy grapes which have been crushed and destemmed . Temperature controlled fermentation and maceration . Maceration lasts around one week GRAPE VARIETY 100 % Merlot TASTING NOTES Intense red hue with crimson tints The nose is aromatic with fresh red fruit and spicy notes The palate is round, full bodied and fruity with soft, melted tannins FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS Pair with a mushroom omelette, a rack of lamb with roast potatoes or a Saint Nectaire cheese Serve at 17 C