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Fruity red wines

Fruity red wines from France offer intense notes of red and black fruits, bringing freshness and indulgence to every tasting. Whether you are looking for a red wine from Bordeaux, the Rhône, a fruity wine from Languedoc-Roussillon or an Alsace cuvée with citrus aromas, La Cave Éclairée offers you a varied selection at all price points and with a wide choice of organic cuvées.

Whether white, red or rosé, fruity wines are particularly appreciated for their attractive taste flavors and are often easily identifiable for the taster.

Fruity white wines

Fruity white wines from France, such as certain Alsace wines or from Loire, develop notes of green apple, citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white and stone fruits (peach, pear, apricot, plum, mirabelle) or even exotic fruits (mango, pineapple, passion fruit, lychee). Fruity white wine is ideal to accompany seafood, fresh cheeses or light dishes.

For those who prefer accessible and very fresh fruity wines, red wines from the Loire and Languedoc are an excellent option. With a range of prices, there is always a bottle of fruity wine to suit your desires and your budget!

Where do fruity aromas come from?

The presence of fruity notes in a bottle of wine depends on three main factors.

The grape variety

Certain grape varieties naturally tend to express fruity aromas. In white wine, the Sauvignon, Chenin from the Loire and Gewurztraminer from Alsace are among the most expressive, offering notes of citrus, exotic fruits or even white-fleshed fruits. These grape varieties can be found in renowned estates such as, for example, the Bernard Fleuriet & Fils estate, which excels in producing aromatic whites from the Sauvignon grape variety in the Sancerre AOC.

In red wine, several grape varieties are renowned for their fruity palette. The Pinot Noir, emblematic of Burgundy, produces fine and elegant red wines, often marked by aromas of cherry and raspberry.

Gamay, king of Beaujolais, is particularly appealing for its explosion of red fruit notes.

In the Southwest, Malbec expresses notes of ripeness and plum, especially in the wines of domaine Alain Brumont, renowned for its intense and deep reds. The Cinsault, appreciated for its freshness and crispness, brings indulgent touches to Mediterranean cuvées.

In the red wines of Bordeaux, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon play key roles in the complexity and balance of blends. These grape varieties are enhanced by passionate winemakers, working these varieties with precision to reveal all their aromatic richness in the bottle.

Winemaking

If certain grape varieties express so many fruity notes, it can also be due to their winemaking method. Thus, aging in stainless steel tanks or in concrete tanks, neutral containers that do not impart any aromas to the wine (unlike wood), will be perfect for bringing out fruit aromas! Furthermore,  cool fermentation temperatures also enhance fruity aromatics.

The age of the wine 

If you want to drink a fruity wine, choose a rather young wine! It is indeed during this first period that its "fruit potential" will be at its highest. You will have much more difficulty detecting fruity aromas in wines that are 10 or 20 years old!

Tips for properly tasting fruity wines

Tasting fruity wines depends on the type of wine chosen.

To fully appreciate a fruity white wine, serve it well chilled, between 8 and 10°C. This allows its citrus and exotic fruit aromas to be highlighted while preserving its liveliness. This type of wine goes perfectly with seafood, grilled fish and goat cheeses.

A light and fruity red wine is ideally enjoyed between 14 and 16°C in order to preserve all the freshness of red and black fruit aromas. More structured fruity red wines and tannic wines are best served between 16 and 18°C as the cold hardens the tannins, making the tasting less pleasant.

These red wines pair well with grilled meats, Mediterranean dishes or charcuterie platters.

Finally, for a fruity rosé wine, serving between 8 and 10°C reveals all its indulgence and aromatic balance. Light and refreshing, it is perfect for an aperitif, summer salads and spicy dishes.

Our selection of fruity wines

At La Cave Éclairée, we have rigorously selected a wide range of fruity wines in bottle or magnum for all tastes and budgets.

Find fruity white wines from the Loire, Alsace, Languedoc-Roussillon, the Rhône Valley as well as fruity red wines from Bordeaux (such as those from Saint-Émilion or Pessac-Léognan). On our site, each wine has its own presentation sheet specifying grape variety, price (per unit or in groups, estate or château), food and wine pairings and aging potential, allowing you to know everything about your favorite bottle.

Are you looking for a fruity wine at a low price? A wide choice is also available to you, including many bottles outside the well-known appellations or with IGP. Go for these excellent value for money !

Do you prefer a more prestigious wine? Opt for a Grand Cru from Bordeaux, Burgundy, or a wine from a renowned estate. Among our must-have selections, discover for example Château Gruaud Larose or Château Smith Haut Lafitte, exceptional properties! Another example in the South-West with domaine Alain Brumont (Château Montus, Château Bouscassé), a must-have reference for lovers of powerful and complex wines. Not to mention the Château Les Croisille in Cahors, which perfectly embodies French winegrowing expertise!

Thanks to each detailed sheet on our site, explore every château and every estate in our range to find the ideal fruity wine! Now that you know everything about fruity wines, all you have to do is make your choice and taste these wonders from our French terroirs... follow the guide!