Winemaker Notes
Fruity and spicy, elegant with a nice length. Assembled with Syrah, certainly a beautiful way to discover a Minervois Mourvèdre.
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
A blend of 80% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah, the 2018 Minervois le Vin de Plume is certified organic and biodynamic, by Ecocert and Demeter, respectively. Dark-fruited and spicy, it combines notions of plum, blackberry, pepper and clove on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is sturdy without being tough, finishing with bright acids and velvety tannins.
With bold fruit flavors and accents of sweet spice, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the base of the classic Rhône Red Blend, while Carignan, Cinsault and Counoise often come in to play. Though they originated from France’s southern Rhône Valley, with some creative interpretation, Rhône blends have also become popular in other countries. Somm Secret—Putting their own local spin on the Rhône Red Blend, those from Priorat often include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In California, it is not uncommon to see Petite Sirah make an appearance.
Recognized for its concentrated and sultry reds made predominantly of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah, this western Languedoc appellation is also famous for the charming and delicate fortified Vin Doux Naturel called Muscat de St. Jean de Minervois. The dry rosé and white wines of Minervois are also worth seeking out.