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Henry Marionnet Provignage Gamay Non Greffé

Touraine, France
Extraordinary pre-phylloxera ungrafted Gamay from 1850s vines on sand; more structured and complex than grafted Gamay — black cherry, violet, earth and remarkable tannic presence; one of France's most historic wines.
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Loire charcuterie tradition; ungrafted Gamay's structure suits smoky andouille; lentils bridge earth.
classic main
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Pre-phylloxera depth suits pigeon's gamey character; earth and cherry echo mushroom and thyme.
established main
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Structured Gamay suits rich duck terrine; violet bridges duck fat; cherry echoes cornichon acidity.
established starter
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Pre-phylloxera Gamay's structure suits firm Swiss cheese; cherry bridges cumin spice.
suggested cheese