Another beautiful blend, this Paul Mas Vignes de Nicole Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah. What makes this red wine from Paul Mas so special is that the grapes come from very old vines in select vineyards. Because these vines are "vine"-aged, the yield is low but the quality is very high. These selected vineyards are planted in the perfect location, allowing all the factors for the grapes to mature smoothly. When the grapes are perfectly ripe, the winemaker will initiate the manual harvest. This harvest begins mid-night. This ensures the grapes are still dormant, minimizing damage during transport to the winery. Vinification takes place separately for both grape varieties, after which the final blend is made. The wine will mature for eight months in the Paul Mas cellars in French oak barrels. Some of these oak barrels are new, giving this delicious red wine some extra oomph. After bottling, the wine continues to mature in the bottle for several months before being released by the winemaker. And what a result this brings!
This Paul Mas Vignes de Nicole blend is made from 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Syrah. A wine we'll never forget—that was our first impression. The beautiful, deep, dark red color with a black rim alone tantalizes the senses. This red wine has a lovely, ripe aroma of wood, green pepper, and hints of toast and spice. The flavor of this Paul Mas Vignes de Nicole Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah is truly superb, well-balanced with excellent structure. Present yet soft tannins. Numerous notes of black fruit, herbs, and a hint of caramel and pepper.
