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Top 5 Petit Verdot at the LCBO
I Latina La Armonia Vineyard Petit Verdot 2019, Andes, D.O. Valle De Molina, Valle De Curicó
Curicó Valley, Chile
28590
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Petit verdot is a variety of red wine grape, principally used in classic Bordeaux blends. It ripens much later than the other varieties in Bordeaux, often too late, so it fell out of favour in its home region. When it does ripen, it is added in small amounts to add tannin, colour and flavour to the blend. It has attracted attention among winemakers in the New World, where it ripens more reliably and has been made into varietal wine. It is also useful in giving more presence to the mid palate of Cabernet Sauvignon blends.
