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- Region France
- Extras New
- Wine Style Powerful Reds, Redblend
- Wine Type Red
- Grapes Grenacheblend
- Body Full
Details
The Gabriel Meffre St Barthelemy Vacqueyras 2018 is a bold and enticing red wine from the Vacqueyras appellation in the Southern Rhône Valley, France. This wine is a testament to the region's ability to produce full-bodied and flavorful wines that are both approachable and complex.
Crafted from a blend of Grenache and Syrah, two varietals that thrive in the Rhône Valley, this wine showcases the best attributes of each. Grenache brings a juicy, fruit-forward quality, while Syrah adds depth, spice, and structure.
Upon tasting, you'll be greeted with an array of vibrant and unabashedly forward flavors. The wine bursts with juicy, primary notes of blackberry and boysenberry, providing a lush and inviting fruitiness. These dark berry flavors are beautifully complemented by nuances of bramble and spice, adding layers of complexity and interest to the palate.
The mouthfeel of the Gabriel Meffre St Barthelemy Vacqueyras 2018 is soft and rich, making it a pleasure to drink. Despite its approachable nature, the wine doesn't lack in structure. The finish is marked by firm, lingering tannins, providing a satisfying counterpoint to the wine's fruitiness and ensuring it has the backbone to age gracefully.
This wine is a versatile choice for food pairing. Its combination of rich fruit flavors and firm tannins make it an excellent match for a variety of dishes, including grilled meats, hearty stews, and robust cheeses. It's a wine that can elevate a meal, making it suitable for both casual and formal dining occasions.
In summary, the Gabriel Meffre St Barthelemy Vacqueyras 2018 is a wine that captures the essence of the Southern Rhône Valley. It's a full-bodied and flavorful choice, perfect for those who enjoy wines that offer a harmonious blend of fruitiness, spice, and structure. Whether enjoyed now or aged for a few more years, it promises to deliver a rich and rewarding wine experience.
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Shipping
- Pricing For 1-12 bottles, shipping is $6.99 for Auckland, $8.99 for the North Island and $11.99 for the South Island. For 13 or more bottles, shipping is $11.99 for Auckland, $14.99 for the North Island and $17.99 for the South Island.
- Timing We estimate delivery to be up to 3-4 working days for urban NZ addresses, and up to 5 working days for rural delivery.
- Click and collect is available from our Albany warehouse shop.
- We do not ship outside of New Zealand.
- We are unable to deliver to PO Boxes. Delivery is via NZ Couriers.
Returns
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We’ll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the ‘Complete Orders’ link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We’ll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we’ve received and processed the returned item.
