Mas des Dames, Coteaux du Languedoc 2005

Purple/red.

Earth, shoe polish, licorice, herb and black fruit aromas. Very nice depth.

Intense, obviously southern French (don't ask me why - can't articulate) entry. More gamy/earthy (nothing crazy though) than Spanish action only slightly south. Stinky French? Maybe, but complexity has many manifestations. I'm buying more, to cellar.

50% Grenache, 30% Carignan, 20% Syrah.

Day 3 - Very well-made, with game/Brett character well in hand. Structure is slightly grainy, but supports without being intrusive. Very enjoyable, interesting and should be great with real food.


$18