The flavor of lavender in wine of Colorado

Discover the of Colorado wines revealing the of lavender flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).

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Colorado is a state in the western United States, bordered by NewMexico to the South and Wyoming to the North. Colorado's vineyards are among the highest in the world, reaching altitudes of 2135 m in the Rocky Mountains. They rival even the famous Andean vineyards of Argentina. Grapes grown at this altitude produce wine with vibrant, intense colors and aromas created by the intense sunlight and cool nights.

Colorado's best wines are made from grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Riesling and Chardonnay. The state covers just under 270,000 square miles of land between latitudes 37°N and 41°N, from the Rockies to the eastern lowlands. Colorado's Climate is typically continental; the nearest large bodies of water are more than 500 miles away. This results in hot, Dry summers and cold winters, especially in the higher elevations.

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