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Cabardès, Chateau de Bagnoles, Majelus 2020 (6b Case) 14.5% vol
£90.00
Grenache Noir, Syrah, Merlot
We find it quite stunning that the Panis family have been growing grapes and making wine at this property, on the outskirts of the medieval city of Carcassonne, for around 500 years. The tiny AOC Cabardes region (1/10th the size of nearby Minervois) is generally much cooler than the rest of the Languedoc, as it is more inland to the west and influenced by the maritime climate of the Atlantic – a sort of crossroads between Bordeaux and Languedoc.
An unusual blend of 50% Merlot, 40% Grenache Noir and 10% Syrah — Merlot is relatively rare in the Languedoc but perfectly at home here and marries effortlessly with the more traditional Mediterranean Grenache and Syrah. This results in wines with Bordeaux tension and Languedoc warmth – in short, the best of both worlds!
Majelus is a warming garnet red coloured wine with purple reflections. An aromatic nose of fresh blackberries, liquorice and vanilla. Big and bold on the palate with spicy fruits and soft tannins leading into a long and expressive finish. Very drinkable on it’s own but also perfect with red meats or any strong flavoured dishes
A “sexy black dress” style of wine that you will not forget!
Drink now—2030
- Bottles per case:
- 6
- Price per bottle:
- £15.00
