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Vray Croix de Gay 2001

750 ml Merlot, Cabernet Franc Bordeaux, France 2001

Vray Croix de Gay 2001 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux, France), in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £65.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.45
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
body
3 / 5
medium
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior · merchant: medium-bodied
tannin
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
acidity
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
oak
3 / 5
some
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Juicy, fruity reds
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Colour
Red
inferred by a local model, checked against our lexicon
Origin
Bordeaux · France
inferred by a local model, checked against our lexicon
Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
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ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Occasions
midweek · bbq · pizza night · gift
inferred
About Merlot
Typical aromas: plum, blackberry, black cherry, chocolate. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

The Château Vray Croix de Gay 2001 is a Pomerol red Bordeaux, primarily composed of Merlot, with an inclusion of Cabernet Franc. This vintage benefits from a warm growing season, particularly in the Right Bank, resulting in a wine that exhibits structure and complexity. Aromas reveal notes of dark cherry, plum, along with earthy undertones and hints of coffee. The palate reflects a medium body, featuring rounded tannins and a notable freshness. Château Vray Croix de Gay is known for its commitment to traditional winemaking practices, reflecting its deep-rooted heritage in the Pomerol region.

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