Saint-Émilion Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience
After a tour of the property, discover 3 French wines and 3 French cheeses for perfect pairings.
Profile
Structure
Critic scores
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In the glass
What it pairs with
- Charcuterie board Light tannin and bright fruit work with cured, salty meats.More wines for charcuterie and cured meats →
- Grilled sausages Fresh Merlot fruit lifts the fat without needing structure.More wines for sausages →
- Tomato and herb tart Soft red fruit matches the sweetness of cooked tomato.More wines for vegetables and salads →
How to serve Cuvee Piverts
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly; no decanting is needed for this style.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Serve at 16-18°C. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder mutes the aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Bordeaux-style glass.
- Pair with the food. Charcuterie board, Grilled sausages, Tomato and herb tart. Match the wine's weight to the dish.
History
Château Moulin's no-added-sulphur cuvée: 100% Merlot from 45-year-old vines on clay-limestone, hand-picked, fully destemmed and raised 12 months in tank. About 500 cases are made.
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau Moulin Pey-Labrie · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Merlot (100%)
- Classification
- Fronsac AOC
- Oak
- Aged 12 months in tank, no sulphur added
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 15 at the estate shop
- Biodynamic
- Biodynamic Practicing
- Organic
- ECOCERT
Frequently asked about Cuvee Piverts
What does Cuvee Piverts taste like?
The estate describes a style that is all fruit and lightness, to drink young for its gourmand character.
What food pairs with Cuvee Piverts?
Charcuterie board is the first match: light tannin and bright fruit work with cured, salty meats. Also try Grilled sausages and Tomato and herb tart.
What grapes are in Cuvee Piverts?
The producer lists Merlot (100%). The wine is classified as Fronsac AOC.
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