| Rating | 85 |
| Style | Rosé |
| Blend | Cabernet Franc, Gamay, Malbec |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Touraine Loire Valley France |
| ABV | 12.5% |
| Price | $14.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2019-05-19 |
Perfect For
House Wine, Party Wine, Rosé All Day
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Gamay , Pinot Noir
Domaine Joel & Thierry Delaunay Touraine 'Le Grand Ballon' Rosé 2018 Review
Mint and melon greet you on the nose with a hint of peach and orange blossom. On the palate the mouthfeel is soft and creamy, but balanced. After a bit of oxygen orange blossom yogurt aromas emerge along with a whiff of white pepper that is so Loire.
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