Coume del Mas Collioure Red Schistes 2025
Coume del Mas Collioure Red Schistes 2025
Price: 23,00€
DESCRIPTION
Le Schistes is the pure expression of old Grenache Noir vines planted on the seaside schist soils of Collioure. The grapes are harvested and sorted twice, fully destemmed, then cold-macerated before a month-long vatting period with regular cap punching and tank aging that preserves all the fruit.
The color is garnet with violet highlights. The spicy and fresh nose combines notes of garrigue, cherry, and a hint of chocolate. The palate is dense and juicy, driven by marked minerality and round tannins, leading to a long finish. Serve at around 16°C with red meats, tuna, or spicy Asian cuisine.
REGION
Collioure
France
Between sea and mountain, the vines of Banyuls, an AOC since 1936, cling to schist slopes that plunge down to the Mediterranean. This spectacular setting, bathed in sun and wind, shapes generous, intense vins doux naturels. The appellation mainly produces reds from Grenache Noir, completed by Grenache Gris and Blanc, as well as amber, tawny and rosé versions.
Banyuls comes in several styles. Banyuls Rimage, made and aged away from air, shows all the freshness of the fruit, with aromas of cherry, blackberry or blackcurrant, sometimes with a touch of chocolate. Approachable young, it shines with dark chocolate, fruit desserts and some blue cheeses. By contrast, Banyuls Traditionnel and Grand Cru go through long oxidative ageing in cask or glass demijohn, developing complex notes of walnut, coffee, spice and rancio. The Grands Crus, from old vines and aged for at least 30 months, stand out for their depth and great ageing potential.
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A seaside Grenache, both spicy and fresh: notes of garrigue and cherry play off each other beautifully. Serve with red meats or spicy Asian cuisine.