Mas Amiel Maury Rouge 2021

Mas Amiel Maury Rouge 2021

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The large (155 hectare) Mas Amiel estate is the leading independent producer in Maury, a small region within the boundaries of the much larger Rivesaltes appellation. The domaine originated in 1816 when Raymond Amiel won the deeds to the property from the Bishop of Perpignan in a game of cards. At that time there was little viticulture at the estate, but after the Phylloxera epidemic the vineyards were replanted. Financial difficulties ensued, however, and the estate was sold to Charles Dupuy in 1910. Dupuy did much to improve quality at the estate and in 1997 the domaine was bought by current owner Olivier Decelle. The elegant Maury Rouge is made from 100% Grenache Noir grapes grown organically on southfacing schist and marne soils from very low yields of 25 hl/ha, It is in the same style as the rimage wines of Banyuls. Brilliant with chocolate!

A dark ruby-red in the glass with violet tints. Expressive aromas of framboise, cherry and crème-de-cassis. On the palate, smooth and rich with notes of bitter chocolate and spice all backed up with fine tannins. The finish is lengthy with spicy notes. Great with strawberry and basil ice cream, chocolate pound cake or a raspberry galette.