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Corne Loup Lirac Rouge Cuvee du Gouverneur
Domaine Corne Loup
France - Rhone Valley - Lirac AOC   

The name of the Cuvee comes from Geraldine's ancestor (7th generation), who was mayor of Tavel in the 1800's and was nicknamed the "governor" (Le Gouverneur in French). 

This is a very small cuvée, all aged in oak barrels that makes a sexy, international style of Lirac, with tons of spice and fruit. 

Specifications
Appellation
Lirac AOC
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
50% Grenache, 40% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah.
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Vinification
Aged in French oak barrels (1/3 new) between 12 and 18 months.
Production
222 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

Enjoy this wine with grilled steaks or game stews. 

Producer Information: Domaine Corne Loup

In 1966, the Lafond family purchased 3 hectares in Tavel. They initially sold the production to a cooperative, but soon began selling wine under their own label. Today, Jacques Lafond ...
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