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        croix de BonpAs


        côtes-du-rhône villAges 2019


        This is a wine carried on the shoulders of the   grows on a bed of red clay topped with large
        Grenache noir grape, blended with syrah and   rounded pebbles that sink into the soil, bringing
        Mourvèdre. The grapes that make up La Croix de   a touch of spice to the blend. Farther north, Visan
        Bonpas come from a very rigorous plot selection,   sits at the foot of Mont Ventoux with pebbly soil
        with three varietals showcased by three different   comprising marl and sand that gives the syrah a
        yet complementary terroirs, each bringing their   fruity character with tension and vigor.
        character to this cuvée that is faithful to the Bonpas   Color: A dense, dark red
        style; rich, rounded, and indulgent.
                                           nose: suave notes of blossom and fresh butter
        To the south is signargues where the Grenache noir   Rounded and indulgent in the mouth with black
        grape flourishes on clay-limestone soil, producing   berries and spices, a broad structure and a   www.bonpas.fr
        full-fleshed wines with aromas of stone fruits. in   sustained finish              BonpasWines
        the center is Plan de Dieu, where the Mourvèdre                                    @bonpaswines
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