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Domaine Franco-Chinois

Domaine Franco-Chinois Reserve Petit Manseng 2018

Domaine Franco-Chinois Reserve Petit Manseng 2018

Character: Full-bodied

Varietal: Petit Manseng

ABV: 12.5%

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100% Petit Manseng

The grapes are harvested late, typically between November and December, resulting in a juice yield of 35% to 40%. This late harvest concentrates the grape's flavour compounds and acidity. The wine undergoes cold pressing, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving its fresh and vibrant character.
Tasting notes This wine presents a deep amber hue, leading to aromas of dried pear, quince, baked apple, and a hint of nutmeg or clove. The palate is rich and concentrated, with flavors of dried fruits, complemented by a caramelized character. Despite its sweetness, the wine maintains a harmonious balance with its natural acidity, offering a long and persistent finish. 

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About this wine/region/producer

Most of China’s vineyards lie just north of the Yangtze river. Around 80 per cent of China’s wine growers overall are dedicated to bordeaux-style red wines, and cabernet sauvignon is the predominant grape (China has the largest planting area of cabernet sauvignon vines in the world). You’ll also find pinot noir, muscat hamburg, and grape crossbreeds – made when growers deliberately cross two grape species – such as marselan, a blend of cabernet sauvignon and grenache.