Domaine Laroche La Chevalière Pinot Noir

France, Languedoc, Pays d'Oc
Bottle
Ratings
Average community scores around 79-85 points
Identity
Producer Domaine Laroche
Vol 0.75
Classification IGP
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Bright ruby red
Aroma Ripe and pulpy cherry aromas, hints of raspberry, floral, spicy and herbal notes
Palate Juicy mouthfeel combined with supple, velvety tannins, light and fresh with fine grain tannins
Finish Slight acidity on the finish, pleasant hint of cocoa powder dusting the finish
Food Pairing Pairs well with salt crust baked chicken, stuffed mushrooms, soft cheese, grilled meats, and poultry
Aging Potential Can be consumed young, may be kept for a few years but does not notably improve with aging
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 12.5
Aging Process No oak aging, no wood passage
Terroir
Altitude (m) 400 m
Soil Calcareous soils
Interesting facts
Mas la Chevalière has been a property of Domaine Laroche since the 1980s, located in Languedoc with unique terroirs and a modern winery designed by Michael Laroche.
Logistics
Barcode 3546680019415
Weight 1500
Cork Screw cap (in some markets)