The flavor of blackcurrant jam in wine of Yunnan

Discover the of Yunnan wines revealing the of blackcurrant jam flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).

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The wine region of Yunnan of China. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Ao Yun (敖云葡萄园) or the Domaine Shangri-La produce mainly wines red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Yunnan are Cabernet-Sauvignon et Cabernet franc, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Yunnan often reveals types of flavors of cherry, microbio or tomatoes and sometimes also flavors of mint, cinnamon or dark fruit.

We currently count 2 estates and châteaux in the of Yunnan, producing 7 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Yunnan go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork.

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