{"product_id":"la-voie-royale-merlot-domaine-bal-du-roi-ile-de-france-igp-2023","title":"La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic Merlot produced in the Île-de-France IGP, on the Bouche du Roi site with gypsum- and flint-rich limestone soils. Vinified in ceramic eggs with a long maceration, it presents a deep purple color, aromas of black plum, cocoa and sweet spices, supported by a full-bodied and structured palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOn what terroir is La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023 produced?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart of the Versailles plain, the Bouche du Roi site benefits from gypsum- and flint-rich limestone soils dating back to the Lutetian period. It is located on the Beynes anticline, at the edge of the Grignon sea, at an altitude of 144 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow is La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023 vinified and aged?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from a selection of the best micro-parcels on the estate, hand-harvested with rigorous sorting. A gentle three-week infusion is carried out in ceramic eggs, followed by 12 months of aging in the same containers to refine the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the tasting profile of La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe color is deep purple. The nose reveals aromas of black plum, cocoa and sweet spices. The palate is full and structured, supported by velvety tannins and an elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes pair with La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs with venison stew, grilled lamb chops or aged Camembert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAt what temperature should La Voie Royale - Merlot Domaine Bal du Roi Ile de France IGP 2023 be served?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe between 16 and 18 °C. Indicated aging potential of 15 to 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bal du Roi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65205667365241,"sku":"26701023","price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5674\/7385\/files\/26701023-domaine-la-bouche-du-roi-la-voie-royale-merlot-rouge.jpg?v=1794433747","url":"https:\/\/www.directcave.fr\/en\/products\/la-voie-royale-merlot-domaine-bal-du-roi-ile-de-france-igp-2023","provider":"DirectCave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}