Mas des Flauzieres Vacqueyras Le Pilon

WHY WE LOVE IT

• The vineyard is located on the stony and clay-limestone plateau of Vacqueyras.
• The vines are Grenache and Syrah and are 10 years old.
• Drink at 16°C.
• The wine can be aged 10 years.

Varietal Composition: 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah

Elaboration: Wine resulting from a traditional vinification (25°C) with a maceration of 15-days then from an aging in oak barrels for 18-months.

Tasting Notes: Superb very intense burlat red color, deep with purple reflections. Roasted aromas, coffee, cocoa, mixed with black fruits and liquorice. Wine with a very nice balance, both full-bodied, concentrated, and fruity, with a very long finish full of freshness.

PRESS

2019 – 91-93 Jeb Dunnuck

PRODUCER BACKGROUND

Mas des Flauzières is a farm which belonged to the Château d’Entrechaux in the Middle Ages. Since 1919, it has been owned and operated by the Benoît family. The old winery building near Vaison la Romaine in southern France is located at the foot of Mont Ventoux, which at 6,263 feet is called the Giant of Provence. In past Tour de France races, the mountain has provided a challenge for even the most experienced riders.

In 2002, Jérôme Benoît, following studies in agronomy and oenology, opened a wine cellar to market his wines. The property extends through several villages from Mont Ventoux to the protection of Dentelles de Montmirail – a small mountain chain. The estate has the advantage of ranging over several appellations, including Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Séguret, Ventoux, and Côtes du Rhône Villages.