The wine region of Temecula Valley is located in the region of South Coast of California of United States. We currently count 60 estates and châteaux in the of Temecula Valley, producing 715 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Temecula Valley go well with generally quite well with dishes .
Counoise is a black grape variety of Spanish origin. It is widely cultivated in the southern part of France. It is very similar to the aubun, with which it is often confused, and has a white cottony bud. Unlike the aubun, the leaves of this variety do not have teeth in the petiolar sinus. They are thick and large. Its bunches are medium-sized but its berries are large. It is advisable to prune it short so that it is productive. It matures in the second half of the year, but production depends on the vintage. This grape variety appreciates hillside terroirs, which are stony and warm. It fears grey rot without being sensitive to oidium and mildew. Counoise has two approved clones, 508 and 725. The wine obtained from Counoise is not very colourful. It is fine and fruity. Its aromas are diversified with notes of fruit, flowers and spices.
wines from the region of Temecula Valley go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of oxtail and carrot stew, osso bucco of veal or duck breast with orange sauce.
On the nose in the region of Temecula Valley often reveals types of flavors of black fruit, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, red fruit or spices. In the mouth in the region of Temecula Valley is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
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