# Lamblin Merlot-Cabernet (2023)

- **Producer:** Lamblin et Fils
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Cabernet
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, blackcurrant, red cherry, black cherry, spice, vanilla, cedar, cloves

## About this wine

The Lamblin & Fils Lamblin Merlot-Cabernet is a red wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced by the historic Lamblin et Fils winery. With a lineage dating back to 1690 in Burgundy, the Lamblin family has cultivated winemaking expertise across generations. This particular blend showcases their versatility, drawing on the warm climate of the Languedoc-Roussillon to create a wine that harmoniously combines Merlot and Cabernet grapes. The 2023 vintage reflects the region's favorable growing conditions, contributing to the wine's character.

## Interesting facts

- Lamblin & Fils has been making wine for over 300 years.
- The family's winemaking roots are in Burgundy, famous for Chablis.
- This wine is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet.
- The winery is managed by the 12th generation of the Lamblin family.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and savory pasta dishes. The dark berry fruit notes can echo flavors in tomato-based sauces, while the wine's structure can stand up to the protein and fat in these dishes.

## Wine making process

The production of this Merlot-Cabernet blend begins with destemmed and lightly crushed grapes. Fermentation takes place in upright steel tanks with selected yeast strains at temperatures between 24-26°C, incorporating 2-3 daily pump-overs for optimal extraction. Post-fermentation, the wine undergoes pressing and malolactic fermentation. Aging occurs in tanks, with a portion of the wine matured in American and French oak for 10 months to develop its character.