Domaine de Caux et SauzensCité de Carcassonne Rouge
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Cabernet-Sauvignon and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with beef, veal or pasta.
The Cité de Carcassonne Rouge of the Domaine de Caux et Sauzens is in the top 5 of wines of Cite de Carcassonne.
Taste structure of the Cité de Carcassonne Rouge from the Domaine de Caux et Sauzens
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Cité de Carcassonne Rouge of Domaine de Caux et Sauzens in the region of Pays d'Oc is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Cité de Carcassonne Rouge
Pairings that work perfectly with Cité de Carcassonne Rouge
Original food and wine pairings with Cité de Carcassonne Rouge
The Cité de Carcassonne Rouge of Domaine de Caux et Sauzens matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of spanish stew (cocido), spaghetti with courgettes and italian ham or veal liver in vinegar.
Details and technical informations about Domaine de Caux et Sauzens's Cité de Carcassonne Rouge.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet-Sauvignon
Structured, tannic reds, deeply coloured, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and graphite, underpinned by firm acidity and fine ageing potential. Cornerstone of the great Médoc estates (Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Julien) and signature of Napa Valley, Coonawarra and Maipo. The world's most planted red variety, a natural cross of Cabernet Franc x Sauvignon Blanc born in Bordeaux.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Cité de Carcassonne Rouge from Domaine de Caux et Sauzens are 2016, 2015, 2018
Informations about the Domaine de Caux et Sauzens
The Domaine de Caux et Sauzens is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 7 wines for sale in the of Cite de Carcassonne to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Cite de Carcassonne
Aude IGP around the medieval city (~3,000 ha, 20 communes): Mediterranean and Atlantic blends — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Carignan as ruling reds with signature red and black fruits, spice and typical garrigue notes. Chardonnay, Vermentino, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier as whites with fresh, floral and fruity profiles. IGP, dual climate (Mediterranean breezes tempered by the Atlantic Cers wind).
The wine region of Pays d'Oc
The single-grape IGP par excellence: modern, accessible, frank and fruity wines, the popular signature of the Midi. Spicy Syrah reds (pepper, blackberry), round Merlot, structured Cabernet, generous Grenache, supple Cinsault. Crisp, tangy rosés. Opulent Chardonnay whites, lively Sauvignon, floral, apricoty Viognier.
The word of the wine: Fleshed out
A full-bodied, tasty and fleshy wine, with velvety and smooth tannins.
