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Excellence Les Aspres

2009 Cotes Du Roussillon Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre

Domaine Du Mas Becha Excellence Les Aspres is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the trio of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre from the esteemed Côtes du Roussillon region. This 2009 vintage presents a rich and full-bodied profile, inviting you to experience its depth and complexity. The wine is highlighted by a prominent acidity, delivering a lively freshness that perfectly balances its robust structure. Intense fruit notes, featuring blackberries and plums, dominate the palate while subtle earthy undertones add a layer of intrigue. The tannins are notable yet finely integrated, offering a smooth and velvety texture that rounds out the wine's character. With a dry finish, this wine is an excellent choice for both casual sipping and elegant dining occasions, making it a true expression of its terroir.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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