Mas des Colobris – Ròc 2019 is a remarkable expression of Carignan from the quaint community of Gignac in the South-Eastern French Occitania region.
The wine is crafted from a 70-year-old vineyard*. Rooted in clay-limestone soil, the vines have thrived for decades, producing grapes of exceptional quality.
Ròc 2019 offers a captivating aroma of tobacco, laurel, and peppery notes, complemented by a truckload of ripe juicy blackberries and dark cherries.
The palate delivers a harmonious balance of silky tannins and vibrant, lush acidity, culminating in a lingering finish of fresh raspberries seasoned with cinnamon and cloves.
This big, full-bodied old barrel aged wine holds its balance, providing complexity without being overpowering.
It will pair greatly with grilled meats, hearty stews, or aged cheeses.
*Old vines yield a modest amount of grapes, but they pack an incredible aromatic punch into their limited harvest. Their resilience is particularly valuable in natural winemaking, requiring less intervention in the vineyard and providing an authentic expression of the terroir.
FOOD PAIRING
Starters:
- Tapenade with Fresh Baguette: A traditional Provençal olive spread with capers and anchovies, served with fresh baguette slices. The rich, savory flavors will complement the wine’s dark fruit and spice notes.
- Ratatouille Tart: A savory tart featuring layers of eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, mirroring the wine’s complexity and acidity.
- Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs: The sweetness of the figs and the saltiness of the prosciutto will enhance the wine’s fig and prune flavors.
Main Courses:
- Cassoulet: A hearty dish with white beans, duck confit, and sausage, that will pair beautifully with the wine’s full-bodied profile and spice notes.
- Lamb Stew with Herbs de Provence: Tender lamb slow-cooked with herbs, garlic, and tomatoes, which will resonate with the wine’s dark fruit and silky tannins.
- Duck à l’Orange: Roasted duck with a tangy orange sauce that will highlight the wine’s acidity and complement its fruitiness.
Cheeses:
- Roquefort: A blue cheese with a strong, tangy flavor that will enhance the wine’s complexity and balance its acidity.
- Tomme de Savoie: A semi-soft cheese with a gentle, fruity flavor that pairs well with the wine’s dark berry and spice notes.
- Brie de Meaux: A creamy and slightly nutty cheese that will complement the wine’s rich and fruity profile.
Desserts:
- Cherry Clafoutis: A baked French dessert with cherries that will mirror the wine’s raspberry and cherry notes.
- Fig Tart: A tart filled with fresh figs to resonate with the wine’s fig and prune flavors.
- Spiced Poached Pears: Pears poached with cinnamon and cloves that will complement the wine’s lingering spice finish.
Starters:
- Tapenade with Fresh Baguette: A traditional Provençal olive spread with capers, served with fresh baguette slices. The rich, savory flavors will complement the wine’s dark fruit and spice notes.
- Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Tart: A savory tart with roasted red peppers and creamy goat cheese to enhance the wine’s raspberry and fig flavors.
- Ratatouille Tart: A savory tart featuring layers of eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, mirroring the wine’s complexity and acidity.
Main Courses:
- Stuffed Bell Peppers: Bell peppers filled with a mixture of quinoa, vegetables, and herbs that will balance the wine’s lush acidity and rich fruit profile.
- Provençal Vegetable Tian: Layers of sliced zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes, baked with herbs de Provence to complement the wine’s silky tannins and spice notes.
- Mushroom and Lentil Stew: A hearty stew with mushrooms and lentils that will pair beautifully with the wine’s dark fruit and complex flavors.
Cheeses:
- Roquefort: A blue cheese with a strong, tangy flavor that will enhance the wine’s complexity and balance its acidity.
- Tomme de Savoie: A semi-soft cheese with a gentle, fruity flavor that pairs well with the wine’s dark berry and spice notes.
- Brie de Meaux: A creamy and slightly nutty cheese that will complement the wine’s rich and fruity profile.
Desserts:
- Cherry Clafoutis: A baked French dessert with cherries that will mirror the wine’s raspberry and cherry notes.
- Fig Tart: A tart filled with fresh figs to resonate with the wine’s fig and prune flavors.
- Spiced Poached Pears: Pears poached with cinnamon and cloves that will complement the wine’s lingering spice finish.
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