The flavor of tamarind in wine of Xinjiang

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

More information on of Xinjiang flavors

The wine region of Xinjiang of China. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Tiansai Vineyards (新疆天塞酒庄) or the Domaine Puchang produce mainly wines red and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Xinjiang are Cabernet-Sauvignon, Marselan and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Xinjiang often reveals types of flavors of oak, non oak or earth and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, spices or citrus fruit.

We currently count 5 estates and châteaux in the of Xinjiang, producing 26 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Xinjiang go well with generally quite well with dishes of spicy food, sweet desserts or beef.

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