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Cabalié 2016

Pays d'Oc IGP

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  • 5 Stars, Wine Orbit, 2017
  • 93pts, Wine Orbit, 2017
  • Gold, Concours des Vins Lyon, 2017
  • Silver, Guide des Vins Gilbert et Gaillard, 2017

A mouthfilling, richly spiced red with an illustrious, medal winning history, Cabalié needs no ceremony. Just large glasses for serving! It's a Grenache charged red from very old Roussillon vines, so has gorgeous spicy berry fruit in abundance.

A mouthfilling, richly spiced red with an illustrious, medal winning history, Cabalié needs no ceremony. Just large glasses for serving! It's a Grenache charged red from very old Roussillon vines, so has gorgeous spicy berry fruit in abundance.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Smooth with very ripe plum, prunes and spice

Aroma

Berries, sweet spices and a hint of herbs

Cabalié 2016

More information

  • 13.0% ABV
  • 9.75 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2019

Take a minute to read online reviews for Cabalié. This one is typical: “When my time comes to shuffle off this mortal coil, this is the wine I want in that final glass. It is simply, utterly, indescribably fantastic.” Its secret? It’s crafted by Parker praised winemaker Hervé Sabardeil in the ancient vineyard region of Roussillon. Using largely Grenache, with additions of herb scented Syrah and spicy Carignan, Cabalié has impressive concentration. That's due to the maturity of the vines – some over 50 years old and some of the oldest Grenache in France. The tiny berries give Cabalié extraordinarily ripe, deep red berry flavours. Boasting 12 medals in five vintages, this legendary wine is in its element with a slow braised beef casserole.

"Absolutely love this wine and so I keep buying it. Favourite red. 5-Stars" Online Review
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