Clavel "Copa Santa" Coteaux du Languedoc 2000

Very deep red.

Deep, savory meat, fresh earth, plum/prune and spice nose. Even a hint of nut liqueur (Frangelico?).

Round and mouthfilling, yet manages to retain a taut structural balance in the mouth. Plush, deep flavor of black plum, fig, spice and earth. Nice length. This reminds me a bit of old-vine Aussie Shiraz in the finish. Probably the Fig Newton aspect.

Wonderful wine. Opened yesterday.

Mostly Syrah, with bits of Mourvedre and Grenache.


$20