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Domaine de Coussergues
Arnould de Bertier
Dinner at Domaine de Coussergues, January 2008
Arnould de Bertier and his son Clément
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The
Vineyard
The proud Baron has 600
hectares of land (1,482 acres), 210 hectares in grapes
and the rest in woodland. Soil in the area is chalk,
clay, flinty red clay and volcanic in nature.
The
Wines
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UPC: 7 84585 00025 8
2007 Coussergues, Sauvignon Blanc 12/750ml
Vinification: destemming; skin contact maceration; pneumatic press;
fermentation at low temperature; aging in tanks.
Pale yellow color. Powerful and complex nose of broom and
honeysuckle, peach and passion fruit. Well balanced, round and
fresh.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC:
7 84585 01018 9
2007 Coussergues, Sauvignon Blanc 6/1.5L
National Retail Price:
$24.99
/ bottle
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UPC code: 7 84585 00048 7
2007 Coussergues,
Chardonnay 12/750ml
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Pale yellow color with green hints. Powerful nose of exotic fruit (pineapple, banana), honey, coconut. Rich,
round and lively.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00298 6
2007 Coussergues, Viognier 12/750ml
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Clear yellow color. Intense and fruity bouquet of apricot and
pear, white flowers, liquorice nuances. Supple and well
balanced, fruit flavors.
Excellent with seafood, lobsters, Asian food.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00141 5
2007 Coussergues, Chardonnay Viognier 12/750ml
70% Chardonnau, 30% Viognier
Floral and fruity aromas of peach and apricot. Fresh,
crisp and round in the mouth. Pear and tropical fruit flavors,
soft texture and refreshing acidity. Excellent with chicken,
salad.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00029 6
2007 Coussergues, Syrah 12/750ml
Vinification: destemming; long maceration with frequent pumping over.
Malolactic fermentation. Aging in tanks and oak barrels.
Intense purple color. Complex aromas of blackcurrant and
garrigue (wild herbs). Powerful in the mouth, good structure,
full flavored and round tannins. Excellent with cheese and
grilled meats..
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00143 9
2007 Coussergues, Syrah Grenache 12/750ml
70% Syrah, 30% Grenache
Luscious blend offering delicate ripe red
and black fruit aromas, black pepper, herbal flavors typical
of Southern France. Elegant and refined tannins.
National Retail Price: $11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00142 2
2007 Coussergues, Cabernet Syrah 12/750ml
80% Cabernet, 20% Syrah
Fruit forward, dark fruits aromas of blackcurrant, cherry
and plum, spicy notes. Rich and full bodied, mouth filling,
silky tannins, velvety finish.
Excellent with pasta, red meats and barbecue.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00893 3
2006 Coussergues, Cabernet Franc 12/750ml
A gorgeous wine made
from 100% Cabernet Franc, an unusual grape for the area, but
Domaine de Coussergues managed to produce a wine of excellent
quality. Lush and ripe cherry and black fruit flavors with a
touch of pepper.
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UPC: 7 84585 00893 3
2005 Coussergues, Cabernet Franc 12/750ml 12/750ml
A gorgeous wine made
from 100% Cabernet Franc, an unusual grape for the area, but
Domaine de Coussergues managed to produce a wine of excellent
quality. Lush and ripe cherry and black fruit flavors with a
touch of pepper.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 00891 9
2006 Coussergues, Merlot 12/750ml
Vinification: destemming, maceration with frequent pumping
over, malolactic fermentation, aged in stainless steel tanks.
Clear purple color. Fresh and fruity aromas of strawberry and
raspberry. Full bodied, good
structure.
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UPC: 7 84585 00891 9
2005 Coussergues, Merlot 12/750ml
Vinification: destemming, maceration with frequent pumping
over, malolactic fermentation, aged in stainless steel tanks.
Clear purple color. Fresh and fruity aromas of strawberry and
raspberry. Full bodied, good
structure.
National Retail Price:
$11.99
/ bottle
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