Calmel & Joseph, 'Les Cuvées Rares, Les Septs Puits', AOP Saint-Chinian, 2018

The 2018 is purplish red with a nose that is Mediterranean in character, fragrant with garrigue, cistus flower and thyme. It is fine and delicate, finishing on delicious black fruit notes of blackcurrant and redcurrant layered over truffle, forest floor, toasted notes and hints of vanilla. In the mouth it is taut, fresh, and well balanced, with supple, chiselled, and persistent tannins, and aromas of blackberry, cherry, and yellow plum, leading to a magnificent finish of graphite, gingerbread, and peat.

Saint-Chinian, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
30% Mourvedre, 20% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 20% Cinsault, & 10% Carignan
Organic
14% ABV

Food Pairing
Braises and stews: long slow cooked roasts of pork or lamb daubes and stews with dark, winey sauces.