Tannat Wine

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Tannat wine. Here in the shadow of the Pyrenees Mountains the terrain is rough and rugged so it is only fitting that Tannat should create wines which are equally deep dark dry and rustic. The fact that Tannat grapes contain 5 seeds pips compared to 2 or 3 for most other varieties also adds to tannin levels. Tannat wines have been made in the Madiran region in South West France since the 17th century when French kings accepted Madiran wines as payment for taxes.

Key Tannat wine descriptors. About Madeline Puckette. Tannat berries are small giving the grapes a high skin-to-pulp ratio which adds significant levels of tannin to the finished wine.

Because of the somewhat astringent quality of Tannat youll find it pairs well alongside richly marinated barbecue grilled meats and vegetables. This was a great find. This shopping experience is appointment only.

Red wines were once thought to be good for you because of their resveratrol content. They pair well with many different meats whether barbecued roasted or grilled. Dry mouthwatering acidity medium grippy tannins high and full body.

Tannat Wine Tannat is a red-wine grape whose origins lie in the Basque country on the border between France and Spain. They maintain power structure and complexity but roll back the frisky acidity and heavy-handed fruit profile. The grape probably originated in the Basque country and almost certainly derives its French name from its high tannin levels.

Its full structure is restrained by acidity and black-plum flavors at the end. Newer Tannat vine clones are improving this wine. You have a 15 minute window in which to shop and check out.