Maury M

Soil

Maury sec, wich was launched in 2011, is the youngest Roussillon growth. It stems from a desire by wine growers to highlight the characteristic features of the area, particularly Grenache noir, the king of the appellation's varietal range. The schist and black marly soils strech over rolling hills in the heart of the garrigue, embracing 4 villages in the upper Agly valley.

Grape varieties

80% Grenache noir, 20% Carignan

Production method

Selected vineyards are harverested by hand at the peak of ripeness. The small proportion of Carignan is fermented using carbonic maceration. Grenache noir undergoes traditional maceration lasting a few weeks with gentle, regular extraction by pumping over.

Ageing

One year in tanks to soften the tannins and reveal aroma.

Description

The wine's granet hue shows amazing depth and vibrant highlights. Its powerful, elegant nose reveals pronounced notes of cherry, mild spices and ultra ripe fruits. It's robust palate offers up a lot of fat and harmony. Upfront tannins are ripe and the finish is very long and suffused with fruit.

Storing

Can be enjoyed from now on but will cellar fo up to three years.

Serving suggestion

Excellent with beff tournedos served with porcini mushrooms or pigeon tagine with dried fruit. it is also the perfect match for preserved saddle of lamb with thyme. Try it with veal kidneys and junper berries. Fourme d'Ambert or pelardon goat's cheese round off the meal.

Serving temperature

Serve at between 16 and 18°C

Ultimate pairing choice: Duck breasts with a spicy, coffee-flavoured sauce and fig chutney.