Fleur d'Artagnan Rouge
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
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Grilled red meats, roasted duck breast, charcuterie and mild cheeses
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Named in honor of the legendary musketeer d'Artagnan, who was born in the heart of Gascony, the Fleur d'Artagnan Rouge captures the spirited, generous, and bold character of its historic homeland. Crafted by the pioneering Plaimont cooperative, this red wine is sourced from select vineyards nestled in the undulating hills of the Pyrenean foothills within the Côtes de Gascogne. The terroir, characterized by a mix of clay, limestone, and sandy-silt soils, benefits from a unique microclimate influenced by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees, ensuring warm days and cool nights that preserve freshness. The blend typically marries the structure and deep color of Tannat—the region's signature grape—with the fleshy, approachable fruitiness of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to emphasize bright, juicy fruit and supple tannins, this wine is designed to be approachable, vibrant, and highly convivial.
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Established in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont is a pioneering cooperative union located in Saint-Mont within the Gers department of South-West France. By uniting the historic cellars of Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont, the producer has become a champion for reviving and safeguarding the indigenous heritage grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills, such as Tannat, Pinenc, Gros Manseng, and Arrufiac. Plaimont is globally renowned for its commitment to ampelographic preservation, famously tending to a historic, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel that is classified as an official French historic monument. Their diverse portfolio spans expressive, fresh whites, robust reds, and vibrant rosés, exemplified by the Fleur d'Artagnan range and the celebrated late-harvest Saint Albert and Saint Sylvestre wines.