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Léon Barral Jadis Faugères

Faugères, France
Natural old-vine Faugères from schist; Carignan and Grenache of extraordinary mineral depth — iron, dried herbs, wild blackberry, schist earth and a long mineral finish; 15+ years of life ahead.
complement
Languedoc tradition; natural Carignan's iron and herb notes suit escargots and alioli.
classic starter
complement
Schist iron and old-vine depth mirror wild boar's earthiness; lentils bridge mineral character.
established main
complement
Schist mineral and dried herb notes bridge North African spice; wild blackberry echoes pomegranate.
suggested main
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Old-vine depth stands up to Roquefort; iron and herb notes bridge pungency; walnuts echo.
adventurous cheese