Château Lauriga Côtes de Roussillon Cuvee Bastien
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Estate-grown fruit.
- The vineyard is located in the AOP of Côtes du Roussillon and has a Mediterranean climate.
- The age of the vineyard is 15-28 years
Varietal Composition: Syrah, Carignan, Grenache
Elaboration: Partial carbonic maceration for Carignan. The temperature of the grapes is lowered to favor a gradual start in fermentation and to reinforce the aromatic power of the wine. Maceration continues for a minimum of 3 weeks with short and regular pumping over to promote the diffusion of color and tannins. It lasts almost three weeks.
Tasting Notes: Bright garnet with deep red. A nose of ripe red fruits, jammed, with liquorice aromas and a touch of sweet spices. A round and well balanced palate, coated tannins, as well as some notes of roasting in the final.
PRESS
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Jean-Claude Mas hails from a lineage of grape growers in Languedoc. Jean-Claude, the first in his family to train as a winemaker, discovered his passion for wine at age three while helping his grandfather during harvest.
In 2000, he founded Domaine Paul Mas, revitalizing his family’s 86 acres and acquiring other domaines. Now, he manages 15 estates in Languedoc-Roussillon, known for exceptional wines from Limoux, Picpoul, and the Spanish border.
Notably, he acquired Domaine Lauriga in Thuir, founded in 1068, which spans 60 hectares and showcases traditional Roussillon grape varieties, ensuring an exciting future for his wines.