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Mourvèdre brings a dark, rich fruit core to the classic Shiraz characteristics, with fragrance from the Carignan and the red fruit vibrancy of the Cinsault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match: Works beautifully with pizza, Mediterranean pastas or a lamb ragu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lo and Behold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42616073977930,"sku":"S129702231","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/2023_Lo___Behold_Shataz_blend.png?v=1762438147"},{"product_id":"2024-chante-cigale-the-cicada-rouge","title":"2024 Chante Cigale The Cicada Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Chante Cigale is located within the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and has been owned by the Sabon Favier family for several generations. Consisting of 41 hectares, the domaine benefits from old vines, some of which are veritably ancient at over 100 years old. 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