{"product_id":"grande-provence-the-grande-provence-red-2023","title":"The Grande Provence Red 2023","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Slider Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notes-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tasting Note Moritz Smelling Wine\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Product_Description_Moritz_Smelling_Wine.jpg?v=1629106985\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Custom Text Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Provence The Grande Provence Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a full-bodied, perfectly balanced red wine from the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eWinery Grande Provence\u003c\/strong\u003e in South Africa. This wine is a modern interpretation of a classic Bordeaux and impresses with a harmonious and multi-layered composition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grande Provence Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from a carefully balanced cuvée of hand-selected grapes. The deep ruby color already hints at the wine’s intense aroma profile. On the nose it unfolds a complex bouquet with notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecedar\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003echerry tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecigar box\u003c\/strong\u003e, underscored by fruity nuances such as \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrant\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etoasted strawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebright cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eraspberries\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003eMerlot (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (29%), Malbec (11%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product--description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Custom Text Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item-inner custom__item-inner--html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003eCuvée Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-sw\/collections\/cuvees-aus-suedafrika\" title=\"Cuvée wines from South Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eCuvées\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are among the \u003cstrong\u003emost expensive wines\u003c\/strong\u003e in the world. \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux wines\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eFrance\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003epremium wines\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eRioja wine region\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eSpain\u003c\/strong\u003e are also often \u003ca href=\"\/en-sw\/collections\/cuvees-aus-suedafrika\" title=\"Cuvée wines from South Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003ecuvées\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. In addition, the \u003cstrong\u003ebest champagnes\u003c\/strong\u003e in the world are usually \u003cstrong\u003ecuvée champagnes\u003c\/strong\u003e, consisting of the grape varieties \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"\/en-sw\/collections\/rebsorte-pinot-noir\" title=\"Pinot Noir from South Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"\/en-sw\/collections\/rebsorte-chardonnay\" title=\"Chardonnay grape variety from South Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and Pinot Meunier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso in \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e, excellent \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-sw\/collections\/cuvees-aus-suedafrika\" title=\"Cuvée wines from South Africa\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecuvées\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are produced, largely due to the \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical ties\u003c\/strong\u003e to the \u003cstrong\u003eFrench wine world\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBut what exactly is a cuvée?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eFundamentally, \u003cstrong\u003ecuvée\u003c\/strong\u003e means the \u003cstrong\u003eblending\u003c\/strong\u003e of a wine from \u003cstrong\u003edifferent grape varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e in a fermentation vessel. Also the \u003cstrong\u003eblending of grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e that come from \u003cstrong\u003edifferent vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e results in a wine being called a \u003cstrong\u003ecuvée\u003c\/strong\u003e. There are basically two different times at which different vineyards and grape varieties can be blended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome winemakers \u003cstrong\u003emix\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003cstrong\u003egrapes\u003c\/strong\u003e already during \u003cstrong\u003epressing\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means the mixed grapes \u003cstrong\u003eferment together\u003c\/strong\u003e in the fermentation vessel. However, subsequent \u003cstrong\u003eblending\u003c\/strong\u003e is used more often. Here, \u003cstrong\u003ealready fermented wines\u003c\/strong\u003e are blended together so they can mature together during aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Single Image Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tasting Note Grape Variety\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Grape_Variety.jpg?v=1629106985\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Single Image Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tasting Note Wine and Food Pairing\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Food_Pairing.jpg?v=1629106985\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Custom Text Column --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item-inner custom__item-inner--html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrande Provence The Grande Provence Red\u003c\/strong\u003e shows its full potential when paired with suitable dishes. This elegant red wine pairs excellently with hearty dishes and spicy flavors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is ideal with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled lamb\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eentrecôte\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003ebraised beef roast\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine’s intense aromas perfectly complement the roasted aromas and strong spices of these dishes. \u003cstrong\u003eWild duck\u003c\/strong\u003e with a cherry or cassis reduction is also ideally complemented by the wine’s fruity notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor lovers of vegetarian cuisine, the wine makes a wonderful accompaniment to \u003cstrong\u003egrilled vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially eggplant and peppers, as well as to \u003cstrong\u003emushroom risotto\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003elentil stew\u003c\/strong\u003e with herbs. The delicate oak aromas and smooth tannins form a harmonious contrast to earthy and slightly smoky flavor notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mtsde-cultivation-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grande Provence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54732670370060,"sku":"GV-1004-23","price":65.07,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Grande_Provence_The_Grande_Provence_Red.jpg?v=1738323062","url":"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/en-sw\/products\/grande-provence-the-grande-provence-red-2023","provider":"WineStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}