Counoise (France)
The dark-skinned Counoise grows primarily in the French Rhône valley.
Counoise Flavors
Red berry flavors are typical for Counoise , with hints of Anise and Licorice.
 Strawberry |
 Raspberry |
 Red Currant |
 Plum |
 Anise |
 Licorice |
 Spices |
 Pepper |
Counoise Profile
Counoise is a light and spicy red wine with high acidity:
| SUGAR: | Dry (3 g/l) |
| BODY: | Light |
| TANNINS: | Low |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | High |
| ALCOHOL: | 12-13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 16-17°C (61-63°F) |
Counoise Food Pairing
Counoise pairs well with Provence and Mediterranean Cuisine.
 Olive Oil |
 Antipasti |
 Pasta |
 Sandwich |
 Salami |
 Cheese |
 Pizza |
 Sausages |
 Chicken |
 Lamb |
 Pork |
 Veal |
Excellent Pairings
Hearty Sausages. Gumbo.
Roasted and Grilled Meat. Stews.
Chicken. Pork. Duck. Lamb. Goat.
Cheeses
Aged Cheese. Gruyere.
French Specialities
Tuna Niçoise.
The Ideal Glass for Counoise
The Burgundy Glass is for swirling & releasing the wine aromas.
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The shape of the glass captures and directs the delicate aromas to your nose
and leads the wine to the tip of your tongue for a better reception of the tastes.
The Burgundy glass was designed for the delicate and aromatic red wine Bourgogne Rouge, made from Pinot Noir grapes in Bougogne (Burgundy). |
Counoise Cheese Pairing
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Côtes du Rhône South
In Côtes du Rhône South, the main grape is Grenache.
The area is most famous for its GSM wines: A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.
Red Wines:
GSM Wines
Côtes du Rhône South
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Counoise
White Wines:
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache Blanche