Domaine Mas Barrau Cabernet Franc Vin de Pays du Gard 2025 vs Emiliana Adobe Reserva Merlot Organic 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £11.99 | £11.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Domaine Mas Barrau | Emiliana |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc | Merlot |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Domaine Mas Barrau Cabernet Franc Vin de Pays du Gard 2025
Domaine Mas Barrau is a family estate near Nîmes on the high plateau of the Costieres de Nîmes, where Samantha and Eric have dedicated themselves to producing a Cabernet Franc that sets new standards for the variety in southern France. Cabernet Franc is much underrated and rarely cultivated outside its traditional heartlands of Bordeaux and the Loire — but in the Gard, on old river-bed soils of free-draining stone and gravel, it finds a compelling new home. Why You'll Love It This is Cabernet Franc from an unexpected address — and it is all the more exciting for it. Where the Loire gives you elegance and the Bordelais gives you structure, Mas Barrau gives you something wilder and more generous: sweet-scented ripe fruit twinned with an edgy woodland perfume, and a palate that is scrumptiously juicy and fleshy yet counterbalanced by the savoury, crunchy, rooty character that makes Cabernet Franc so distinctive. Incredibly long, very rich, and seriously good value. Vineyard & Production The Gard lies at the southern end of the Rhône valley, where the red wines carry the supple textures and peppery influences of the Rhône alongside the character of Cabernet varieties. Mas Barrau’s Cabernet Franc grapes come from a single family estate parcel near Nîmes, planted on the high plateau of the Costieres de Nîmes — old river beds of stony, free-draining soil that encourage deep root growth and produce wines of real concentration and character. The flat land and large vineyard blocks facilitate efficient, sustainable farming and exceptional value-for-money pricing. Tasting Notes A wine of real character: wild ripeness of sweet-scented fruit on the nose, twinned with an edgy woodland perfume. The palate is incredibly long and very rich — scrumptiously juicy and fleshy, yet beautifully counterbalanced by the savoury, crunchy, rooty character that is the hallmark of great Cabernet Franc. A genuinely distinctive and memorable glass. Perfect Pairings A superb match for juicy lamb sh
Emiliana Adobe Reserva Merlot Organic 2023
Adobe Reserva Merlot is a vibrant and expressive organic Merlot from Emiliana’s acclaimed vineyards in Chile, offering a perfect balance of ripe fruit, freshness, and subtle complexity. This wine showcases the varietal purity of Merlot with juicy dark plum and berry flavours, complemented by earthy undertones and soft spice, making it a versatile and approachable choice for both casual sipping and pairing with food. Crafted with care using biodynamic and organic principles, it exemplifies Emiliana’s commitment to sustainability and high-quality winemaking. Meet the Producer Emiliana is one of Chile's most pioneering wineries, leading in organic and biodynamic viticulture since 1998. The estate focuses on producing expressive wines while maintaining environmental sustainability and respecting vineyard workers. Production Grapes are hand-harvested, with a week-long cold pre-fermentation soak at 8°C to enhance fruit extraction. Alcoholic fermentation occurs between 25°C and 28°C with daily pumpover adjustments based on tasting. Malolactic fermentation happens naturally in stainless steel tanks. 20% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for six months before blending to achieve complexity and balance. Tasting Notes The wine shows a varietal nose of ripe dark plum flesh with subtle leafy notes. On the palate, it is rich and fleshy with earthy undertones, dark spice, and a rounded, satisfying finish. Food Match Pairs beautifully with lean red meats, poultry, and mature cheeses such as Camembert, Roquefort, and Gruyère. Complements vegetable stews, pasta with mild sauces, nuts, and dried figs. Grape Varieties Merlot 100%
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