{"product_id":"2024-mulando-m268-marselan-750ml","title":"2024 Mulando M268 Marselan 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Variety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarselan is a red French grape variety created in 1961 by Paul Truel near the town of Marseillan in southern France.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a cross between Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache.\u003cbr\u003eOriginally cultivated in the Languedoc region, Marselan has since found new expression in China, where it thrives under ideal climatic and soil conditions.\u003cbr\u003eThe grape typically produces medium to full-bodied wines with fine tannins, vivid color, and bright, elegant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2024 vintage from Mulando’s M268 vineyard captures the finesse and complexity of Ningxia’s Helan Mountain East region.\u003cbr\u003eThe wine opens with aromas of blackberries, cassis, and violets, layered with subtle oak spice and a hint of vanilla.\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, it is smooth and balanced, with ripe fruit, silky tannins, and a long, persistent finish that reflects both power and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecanting: Recommended for about 15 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing Temperature: 12–16°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: Ideal with grilled lamb chops, roasted beef ribs, or braised duck.\u003cbr\u003eIts refined tannins and layered fruit make it a versatile companion to both Chinese and Western cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWine Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Dry Red Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Ningxia, Helan Mountain East, China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariety: Marselan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 12.5% vol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume: 750 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle: Elegant \u0026amp; Full-Bodied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage Vine Age: 12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Sandy loam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinification: Hand-harvested and hand-sorted grapes; cold maceration; temperature-controlled fermentation; partial malolactic fermentation; aged in French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736099123563,"sku":"SK20342874","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2024MulandoM268Marselan750ml_e3c4ce19-71d9-4df3-8b6f-356477d9b9c6.jpg?v=1780390164","url":"https:\/\/kingsburycellars.com.au\/products\/2024-mulando-m268-marselan-750ml","provider":"Kingsbury Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}