Intense deep purple with ruby hues. Nose: Aromas of spices, blackberries, cocoa and notes of undergrowth appear with aeration; finish on toasted notes. Palate: Powerful, rich and mellow with silky tannins. Balance between floral, fruity and fine spices. A complex and elegant wine. Persistent liquorice finish. The wine is aged for 6 months in American barrels (new for 20% of them). In May, the wine is filtered and bottled.

In 20 years, Jean-Claude Mas has become a reference for South of France wines. Old World wines with New World attitude is the essence of our character. Jean-Claude Mas is the owner and winemaker. The 15 Estates cover over 850 hectares and 40 varieties.. Our branded wines are made with grapes from our partner winegrowers, which represent 1500 ha of vineyards. This is how we can produce authentic and affordable great wines, what we claim to be an “everyday luxury”!

Vinification: old pre-fermentation at 10°C. Fermentation at 27°C the first day and then at 24°C the next 4 days. And maceration for 7 days at 24°C with daily pumping. The wine is then delicately pressed in a pneumatic press. The first presses are assembled. Before the malolactic fermentation, 50% of the wine is placed in 225-liter oak barrels. Terroir: clay and limestone with stones. Villafranchian soils. Vineyard: over 52 years old Pruning: part of the vineyard is trained. Simple Guyot and Cordon de Royat Planting density: 3800–4000 plants/hectare. Harvest: mechanical, at night Average yield: 52hl/ha Altitude: 110 m. Climate: Mediterranean

Serve at 16/17 ° C with meatloaf, game, grilled red meat and cheeses.