{"product_id":"the-beautiful-bordeaux-collection-france-02","title":"The Beautiful Bordeaux Collection (France) (02)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBordeaux is one of the world's largest and most famous winemaking regions, producing wines that range from 'everyday drinking' to some of the most luxurious, exotic, and expensive on the planet!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis collection is a classic example of how good the 'everyday drinking' wines from a great Bordeaux vintage can be. Velvety, plummy merlot rich claret that won't break the bank. Critic James Suckling described these recent Bordeaux's vintage as \"exceptional\", and with all its luscious, velvety fruit, this award winners are outstanding value.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tCollection includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e2 x  Château de Cathalogne Bordeaux 2021 (France)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded GOLD MEDAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Elle à table\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded GOLD MEDAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA classic blend of 50% Merlot \u0026amp; 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. The high proportion of Merlot makes this 'everyday' Bordeaux really sing. It has lovely aromas reminiscent of sun-ripened blackberries, dark plums and black currants. Medium-bodied with ripe tannins and a fruity style where you will find dark fruits such as blackberries, dark plums, black currants and a touch of licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc: 13.5% - Seal: Cork\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Château \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLe Colombier Bordeaux 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e (France)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded GOLD MEDAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Deep-hued with dark purple and crimson tints. Compelling nose intermixing red fruits, stone fruits and a subtle herbal edge. The palate is fairly firm with weight and a lovely crunchy fruit dimension and freshness. Will keep\" Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBordeaux is one of the world's largest and most famous winemaking regions, producing wines that range from 'everyday drinking' to some of the most luxurious, exotic, and expensive on the planet! Chateau Le Colombier is a perfect everyday drinker, classic example of medium bodied, easy drinking Claret!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc: 13% - Seal: Cork\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Calvet Prestige Bordeaux Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (France)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 90\/100 POINTS \u0026amp; 4.5 STARS: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Attractively styled Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend, the fragrant bouquet shows blackcurrant, smoky bacon, thyme and tapenade aromas, leading to a flavoursome palate that's supple and succulent. It's firmly structured by chalky tannins, finishing sturdy and lingering. A lovely modern rendition offering terrific value. At its best: now to 2030\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tLovely brilliant ruby colour with hints of red brick. Fruity bouquet with vanilla notes. Fleshy, well-balanced palate, with a supple and delicate flavour. 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Traditional winemaking process: fermentation and maceration under controlled temperature not exceeding 32°C. Aged in vats, then for one year in traditional Bordeaux bottles in our cellars at 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc: 14% - Seal: Screw Cap\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49853247324477,"sku":null,"price":119.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/25765-1.jpg?v=1738193146","url":"https:\/\/www.blackmarket.co.nz\/products\/the-beautiful-bordeaux-collection-france-02","provider":"Black Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}