Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, LES NOBLES PIERRES, biodynamic wine, red, 2018, from € 24.60
 

The village of Vacquiéres; where the Château de Lascaux Pic Saint Loup AOC, LES NOBLES PIERRES, eis produced; is not so far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet where nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better. In this exquisite wine, terroir and time are kings. It is thanks to the atypical and exceptional soil, but also to the long aging that reinforces these assets.

Biodynamic wine - profile  

• Colour: Intense red color with garnet reflections.
• Nose: Expressive scents of black berries, fresh figs and undergrowth, which develop into notes of sweetish spices with smoky nuances.< /li>
• Mouth: ripe black berries, velvety with fine tannins, fresh with nice structure and long-lasting taste.

Biodynamic wine awarded

JEB Dunnuck 92/100 points, vintage 2019
James Suckling 92/100 points, vintage 2019
Jancis Robinson 17/20 points, born in 2019
Bettane + Desseauve 91/100 points, vintage 2019
JEB Dunnuck 91/100 points, vintage 2018
Bettane + Desseauve 91/100 points, vintage 2018
DECANTER silver medal, vintage 2018

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  Château de Lascaux, Pic Saint Loup AOC,  LES NOBLES PIERRES, red

The vines thrive on soil created by the degradation of limestone rocks formed during one of the last cold periods of the Quaternary. The vineyard has been certified organic since 2006 and biodynamic methods according to Demeter since 2015.

The grapes are harvested exclusively by hand, completely destemmed, macerated according to the traditional method for 3-4 weeks and then fermented for 15 to 20 days in conical tanks at a controlled temperature. Aging in French oak barrels for 12 to 14 months, then 3 months in large tanks and 1 year in the bottle before leaving the winery for the first time.

Plant density: 6,200 vines/hectare
Yield: 35 hl/hectare

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: red wine
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: 80% Syrah 20% Grenache.
• Fermentation and aging: in French oak barrels for 12 to 14 months, then 3 months aging in large barrels before bottling and at least 1 year aging in bottle.
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2018
• Can be stored until 2028
• Vegan
• Analysis: Alcohol 13.95% vol., residual sugar <0.1 g/l, total acid 3.25 g/l, volatile acid 0.49 g/l, pH 3.65, total SO2 15 mg/l, SO2 free 13 mg/l..
• Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodyynamic wine certified Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source this wine directly from the Châteu de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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Château de Lascaux, Pic Saint Loup AOC, CARRA, biodynamic wine, red, 2021, from € 12,55

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Pic Saint Loup AOC CARRA is produced, is not so far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet where nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better.
Carra, which means stone, is the pre-Roman origin of the word garrigue. This cuvee is a tribute to the calcareous stone of the terroir that gives its typicality and its originality to this wine.

Biodynamic wine awarded

James Lawther, Master of Wine, 16/20 points: “Spice and herbal notes on the nose. Touch of sweetness on the palate but juicy and refreshing, the acidity present. Tannins chalky and dry on the finish.”
DECANTER vintage 2019, 91/100 points
Jancis Robinson 17/20 points
James Suckling 92/100 points
Bettane + Desseauve 91/100 points

Biodynamic Wine - Profile  

• Colour: Deep and intense, dark garnet colour.
• Nose: Aromas of black and red fruits, such as strawbrry, blackberry, blueberry… with spicy and liquorice hints.
• Mouth: Aromas of garrigue and black olive. A fat and smouth wine, with volume. Long-lasting aromas in the mouth.

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  Château de Lascaux, Pic Saint Loup AOC, CARRA, rouge

The vines were planted in vineyards in the Pic Saint-Loup appellation, on soil formed by the quarrying of Quaternary limestone. These peculiarities result in fine and elegant wines, rich in the characteristics of this unique terroir.

The grape harvest is done by hand or mechanically according to the plots. The grapes are entirely destemmed, followed by a traditional winemaking process with 3 to 4 weeks maceration in concrete tanks and conical trunk tanks. Temperature control during the winemaking process. Aging in concrete tanks during 12 months minimum.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: red wine
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: Cinsault 45%, Grenache 40%, Mourvèdre 10%, Syrah 5%.
• Fermentation and aging: 4 to 5 months in stainless steel tanks
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2021
• Shelf life: until 2028
• Vegan suited
• Analysis: Alcohol 13.8% vol., residual sugar 1 g/l, total acid 3.45 g/l, volatile acid 0.56 g/l, pH 3.64, total SO2 33 mg/l, free SO2 22 mg/l.
• Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified Demeter
• Organic wine certified FR-BIO-01
• We source this wine directly from the Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France

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Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC, ECLAT DE GARRIGUE, biodynamic wine, rosé, 2022, from € 12.55
 

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC ECLAT DE GARRIGUE is produced, is not so far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet where nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better.

Biodynamic Wine - Profile  

• Colour: Rose petal color with silver reflections.
• Nose: Floral aromas such as lily of the valley, honeysuckle and elderflower with hints of red berries. 
• Mouth: Delicate, smooth and balanced. Aromas of flowers and white-fleshed fruits (Williams pear). Beautiful length and a slightly spicy finish.

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, ECLAT DE GARRIGUE, rose

Understand the word "ECLAT" in the old French sense as bang, splendour, shine, rise, burst. It is the story of a brief moment during the grape harvest for this rosé, when night gives way to day, the night slowly disappears and the first rays of sun touch the garrigue, the landscape takes on the color of the bright northern lights.

The grape harvest begins at night with a harvester under artificial light, because at this time it is still relatively cold. As the morning light increases, the harvesting process is completed and the grapes are immediately taken to the winery for winemaking. This avoids oxidation and preserves all the fruity aromas of the grapes. They are partially de-stemmed, cold pressed, macerated, pre-clarified and fermented at a controlled, low temperature. The aging of this biodynamic wine in stainless steel tanks takes 5 to 6 months.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: rosé wine
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: Cinsault 45%, Grenache 40%, Mourvèdre 10%, Syrah 5%.
• Fermentation and aging: 4 to 5 months in stainless steel tanks
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2022
• Shelf life: untill2025
• Vegan
• Analysis: Alcohol 13.16% vol., residual sugar 0 g/l, total acid 3.07 g/l, volatile acid 0.24 g/l, PH 3.21, total SO2 58 mg/l, free SO2 23 mg/l..
• Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source this wine directly from the Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France

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Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue, biodynamic wine, red, 2022, from €  10.55
 

The village of Vacquiéres, where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue is produced, is not that far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, Yet it is a place of peace and quiet and nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better.

Biodynamic wine awarded

Jancis Robinson 16/20 points for the 2021 and 2022 vintages
WINE ENTHUSIAST 90/100 points, vintage 2022
The Tasting Panel Magazine 94/100 points, vintage 2022
Bettane + Deseauve 90/100 points, vintage 2021

Biodynamic Wine - Profile 

• Colour: Garnet red with brilliant reflections.
• Nose: Aromas of dried figs, quince paste, garrigue and liquorice. A subtle and greedy fine nose.
• Mouth: Aromas of fresh red berries, spices (pepper) and garrigue (laurel, thyme), accompanied by a note of menthol. An aromatic mouth with velvety tannins.

Biodynamic wine - Made by Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, garrigue, red

The vineyards are 130 m above sea level on a gently rising south-east slope. The soil consists of clayey loam and limestone fragments from the erosion of limestone rock, which has mixed with marl and marl-limestone, it is good at absorbing and storing water. In the Mediterranean climate with longer periods of drought, this ability has a very positive effect on the ripening of the grapes.

This vineyard, planted with the Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre grape varieties, has been going organic since 2006 and since 2018 using biodynamic methods following the Demeter guidelines managed. In order to ensure the health of the grapes and to promote their natural potential for rich flavors and aromas, we use natural, self-produced compost, medicinal plant preparations, silica and horn manure. This also increases the fertility and biodiversity of the soil in the vineyards, but also the resistance of the vines to various unfavorable influences of climate change.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested manually or by machine and completely destemmed. The actual winemaking begins with a 3 to 4 day maceration of the lightly crushed grapes and a 14 day alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature. The aging of this biodynamic wine in concrete tanks takes 6-8 months.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: red wine, dry
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: Syrah 70%, Grenache 20%, Mourvedre 10%
• Fermentation and aging: 6 to 8 months in stainless steel tanks and large concrete tanks.
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2020
• Shelf life: until 2027
• Analysis: Alcohol 13.96% vol. Residual sugar 0.54 g/l, total acid 3.01 g/l, volatile acid 0.54 g/l, pH 3.66, total SO2 38mg/l, free SO2 30 mg/l.
• Allergenes: contains sulphites
• Biodynamic wine, certified Demeter
• Organic wine certified FR-BIO-01
• We source thsi wine directly from the Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France

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Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue, biodynamic wine, white, 2022, from € 10.55
 

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue is produced is not so far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet and nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better.

Biodynamic Wine - Profile  

• Colour: Pale with green reflections..
• Nose: Fruity aromas such as mango and ripe melon. Hints of apricot, citrus and acacia blossom. Great minerality.
• Mouth: Aromas of citrus, white fruit and peach. Round and rich wine, long-lasting aromas.

Biodynamic wine awarded

JEB DUNNUK 89/100 points
Bettane + Desseauve 90/100 points
Jancis Robinson 17/20 points
Guide Hachette des Vins 2023, 1 star

Biodynamic wine - Made by Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, Garrigue, white

The vineyards are 130 m above sea level on a gently rising south-east slope. The soil consists of clayey loam and limestone fragments from the erosion of limestone rock, which has mixed with marl and marl-limestone, it is good at absorbing and storing water. In the Mediterranean climate with longer periods of drought, this ability has a very positive effect on the ripening of the grapes.

This vineyard is planted with 6,200 vines/hectare, the yield for this white Demeter wine was 39 hl/ha. It has been organic since 2009 and since< strong> Farmed in 2018 using biodynamic methods according to Demeter guidelines. Natural, self-produced compost, medicinal plant preparations, silicic acid and horn manure are used to ensure the health of the grapes and to promote their natural potential for rich flavors and aromas. This not only increases the fertility and biodiversity of the soil in the vineyards, but also the resistance of the vines to various unfavorable climate influences.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested by machine or by hand. Completely destemmed. The pressing takes place after a short cold maceration. Clarification of the must by settling the solids, fermentation at cool, controlled temperature. Maturation of the Demeter organic wine in stainless steel tanks on the yeast for a period of 4 to 5 weeks.

An overview of the Demeter organic wine

• Wine type: white wine
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grape varieties: 35% Vermentino, 20% Roussanne, 15% white Grenache, 15% Clairette, 10% Marsanne, 5% Viognier
• Fermentation and aging: in stainless steel tanks
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2022
• Storage: until 2027
• Vegan suited
• Analysis: Alcohol 12.4% vol., residual sugar 1 g/l, total acid 3.07 g/l, volatile acid 0.30 g/l, pH 3.25, total SO2 72 mg/l, free SO2 22 mg/l..
• Allergens: contains sulphites
• Biodynamic wine certified Demeter
• Organic wine, certified  FR-BIO-01
• We obtain thsi wine directly from the Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue, Plus Que Nature, biodynamic wine, red, 2022, no added sulphites from € 12,55
 

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC Garrigue, plus que nature produced, is not so far from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet where nature is still intact. One cannot imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could succeed better.

Biodynamic Wine - Profile  

• Colour: intense, bright dark red colour.
• Nose: Aromatic scents of black berries (blackberry and blueberry), sweet spices (vanilla, dark chocolate and notes of violets).  
• Mouth: Very nice balance with a juicy texture, subtle notes of dark chocolate and delicate tannins. A very pleasant wine with a nice finish.

Biodynamic wine awarded

Jancis Robinson 16/20 points

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, Garrigue Plus Que Nature, red

The grapes come from several vineyards planted on limestone soils in the heart of the garrigue and surrounded by Aleppo pine and green oak.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested manually or by machine and completely destemmed. The actual winemaking begins with a 3 to 4 day maceration of the lightly crushed grapes and a 14 day alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature. The aging of this biodynamic wine in concrete tanks takes 5 to 6 months.

This cuvée was made from harvest to bottling without the addition of sulphites.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: red wine
• Cultivation area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: Syrah 80%, Grenache 20%
• Fermentation and aging: 6 to 8 months in stainless steel tanks and large concrete tanks.
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2022
• Drinking advice, enjoy now until 2026 at 13-15° C.
• Vegan
• Analysis: Alcohol 13.4% vol., residual sugar 0.32 g/l, total acid 3.62 g/l, volatile acid 0.66 g/l, pH 3.65, total SO2 < 20mg/l, free SO2 < 0.7 mg /l.
• Allergens: contains small amounts of endogene SO2 but no added SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01.
• We source this wine directly fro the Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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L'Insolite de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, biodyn. Wine, red, bag in box, 5.0 L

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC L'insolite, (the unusual) is not that far from the Mediterranean, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of calm and peace where nature is still intact. You can't imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could be more successful.

Biodynamic wine - profile  

• Colour: deep red, bright ruby red
• Nose: generous scent of red and black berries and spicy notes
• Mouth: very well balanced and round on the palate with fine tannins, seductive aromas and Liquorice and raspberries.
• Drinking recommendation: goes well with everyday cuisine, for example with tagliatelle bolognese for a cozy gathering with friends.

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, L' Insolite, red

The grapes come from several vineyards planted on limestone soils in the heart of the garrigue and grown by Aleppo pines and green oaks are surrounded.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested manually or mechanically and completely destemmed. The actual winemaking begins with a 3 to 4 day maceration of the lightly crushed grapes and a 3 week maceration and fermentation. The aging of this biodynamic wine in concrete tanks takes 9 months.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: Red wine
• Growing area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grapes: Syrah 50%, Grenache 25, Mourvedre 15%, Carignan 5%, Cinsault 5%.
• Maceration and fermentation: 3 weeks
• Maturation: 9 months
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2023
• Shelf life: 6 months from delivery
• Vegan
• Analysis: Alcohol 13% Vol.
  Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified by Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source these wines directly from Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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L'Insolite de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, biodyn. Wine, rosé, bag in box, 5 liter

The village of Vacquiéres where the Château de Lascaux Languedoc AOC L'Insolite (theunusual) is not that far from the Mediterranean, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet, where nature still exists is intact. You can't imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could be more successful.

Biodynamic wine - profile  

• Color: clear bright pink.
• Nose: fine floral bouquet with the scent of raspberries and wild strawberries.
• Mouth: accommodating, very open, fresh with crisp, fruity aromas and a long-lasting taste .
• Drinking recommendation: wonderfully suitable as an aperitif, with light dishes, grilled vegetables, meat or Fish.

Biodynamic wine - preparation, Château de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, L'Insolite

The grapes come from several vineyards planted on limestone soils in the heart of the garrigue and grown by Aleppo pines and green oaks are surrounded.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested manually or mechanically and completely destemmed. The actual winemaking begins with the pressing of the grapes, a short maceration with the skins of the berries to extract the desired color and fermentation at low temperature. The aging of this biodynamic wine in concrete tanks takes 5 to 6 months.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: Rosé wine dry
• Growing area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grape varieties: Cinsaul 30%, Syrah 30%, Grenache 30%, Mourvedre 10%.
• Fermentation and aging: 6 to 8 months in concrete tanks.
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Contents: 5 liter
• Vintage: 2023
• Shelf life: up to 6 month from delivery
• Vegan
• Alcohol: 13 % Vol..
• Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified by Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source these wines directly from Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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L'Insolite de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, biodyn. Wine, white, bag in box, 5 liters

The village of Vacquiéres where the L' Insolite de Lascaux Languedoc AOC is not that far from the Mediterranean, Montpellier and Nimes, and yet it is a place of peace and quiet where nature is still intact. You can't imagine any other place where biodynamic viticulture could be more successful.

Biodynamic wine - profile  

• Color: light with greenish and straw-colored reflections.
• Nose: powerful, complex scents of acacia flowers, notes of violet, white peach, Apricot and mango.
• Mouth: Freshness, finesse, but also a beautiful volume characterize this wine. There is also a very long finale in which all the olfactory components are repeated.

Biodynamic wine - preparation,  L'Insolite de Lascaux, Languedoc AOC, white

The grapes come from several vineyards planted on limestone soils in the heart of the garrigue and grown by Aleppo pines and green oaks are surrounded.

Depending on the plot, the grapes are harvested manually or mechanically and completely destemmed. The actual winemaking begins with a short maceration and subsequent pressing. Alcoholic fermentation at low temperature lasts 14 days.  The maturation of this biodynamic wine in stainless steel tanks is completed in the spring after the harvest.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: white wine, dry
• Growing area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Château de Lascaux
• Grape varieties: 50% Vermentino, 30% Rousanne, 20% Grenache Blanc
• Fermentation and aging: approx. 5-6 months in stainless steel tanks.
• Bottler: Château de Lascaux
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2023
• Storable: up to 6 months from delivery
• Vegan
• Alcohol: 13 % Vol.
• Allergens: contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified by Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source these wines directly from Château de Lascaux, Route du Brestalou, 34270 Vacquière, France.

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Domaine Ortola, NAUTICA, Languedoc AOP, biodynamic wine, rosé, from € 13.55

Anyone who takes biodynamic wine production seriously will take on more work, but he/she will but rewarded with wines that have that certain something. The wine from the Domaine Ortola NAUTICA Languedoc AOP rosé has a plus of fruity aromas, silky-soft tannins and a long-lasting, harmonious taste.

Biodynamic wine - profile  

• Color:  vivid fresh bright red
• Nose and mouth:Its strong color reflects exceptional sunshine. The nose confirms this impression with aromas of red fruits and white flowers. A powerful, round, irresistible mouthfeel with great presence and persistence.

Biodynamic wine - production, Domaine Ortola, NAUTICA, Languedoc AOP, rosé

Winemaking, like the cultivation of the vines and the care of the vineyard, takes place in compliance with the principles of biodynamics. The grapes are harvested manually, the maceration and fermentation with the grapes' own yeasts takes place at a controlled temperature.

The biodynamic wine at a glance

• Wine type: Rosé wine
• Growing area: Languedoc Roussillon
• Winery - Producer: Domaine Ortola
• Grape varieties: 40% Syrah, 30% Cinsault, 30% Grenache,
• Fermentation and aging: in concrete tanks.
• Bottler: Domaine Ortola
• Content: 0.75 l
• Vintage: 2022
• Shelf life: until 2026
• Vegan
• Analysis: Alcohol: 12,62 % vol., rsidual sugar 1,7 g/l, acid total 2,75 g/l, acid volatile 0,20 g/l, SO2 total 0,61 g/l, SO2 free 0,10 mg/l, pH 3.22.
• Allergens:  contains SO2
• Biodynamic wine certified by Demeter
• Organic wine certified  FR-BIO-01
• We source this biodynamic wine from Domaine Ortola in Château Notre Dame du Quatourze, 11100 Narbonne, France

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