Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Chateau Maris from Languedoc-Roussillon, France - regions. The 2004 Chateau Maris Old Vine Syrah is a rich and full-bodied wine, full of blueberry, blackberry, and dark plum flavors. The wine has a well balanced acidity and finishes with dark chocolate and licorice notes.

Red Wine by Ch. Lamargue from Languedoc-Roussillon, France - regions. Blend: Syrah (90%) and Grenache Noir (10%) Dark, intense ruby red color. The bouquet is intensely complex with hints of red fruit, spice and leather. The palate is dense and full-bodied, with rich flavors of blackberry and licorice accented by distinct yet integrated woody notes and firm tannins. Located in France's southern Rhone Valley, Chateau Lamargue (Lah-Marg) comprises 210 acres of vineyard in the up-and-coming Costieres de N?mes appellation. The estate boasts a showcase winery equipped with the most advanced winemaking technology as well as new French and American oak barriques. Investment to date stands at over $12 million dollars. The Grand Reserve is a very special wine that is only produced in years promising unique potential. Yields are reduced in the vineyards which translates into less than one bottle of wine per vine.

Red Wine by Chateau Maris from Languedoc-Roussillon, France - regions. The 2004 Chateau Maris La Touge Syrah is a rich and powerful wine with aromas of smoky bacon and creme de cassis. Dark fruit flavors lead to an intense finish with mocha and expresso notes.

Red Wine by Fat Bastard from French, France - regions. Deep crimson in color with flavors of fresh-picked, ripe red berries. Smooth oak combines with a touch of spice for a spectacular Shiraz. Rigorous parcel selection. Grapes picked at optimum ripeness. Destemming and crushing on arrival at the winery. Fermentation of the fruit for about one week, with pumping over twice daily. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation some of the wine is put into barrel to complete its malolactic fermentation. Raised for 4 months in barrel and tank. Ideal with grilled red meat, lamb, spicy foods and full bodied cheeses.