Pays d’Oc Les Brunes Les Creisses 2019

The name “Les Brunes” was originated from the local volcanic brown earth, which is ㄇideal for Cabernet Sauvignon plantings. Deep inky ruby in colour with a hint of garnet rim. Dense and subtle on the nose, expressing black cherry, black fruits (mulberry, blackcurrant), dry herbs (basil, thyme), graphite, woodsmoke and a hint of sweet spices (clove, cinnamon). Palate is concentrated with supple tannin, round mouthfeel and finishes with sun-dried herb (basil) and cedar.
From Western cuisine: Chorizo al vino tinto, Daube.
From Taiwan cuisine: Braised beef short ribs (boneless) Taiwanese style, braised beef meat ball in Chinese brown sauce.
Cheese pairing: A hard, cow milk made aged (12-18 months) Mimolette from Nord, France.