Mas Foulaquier, Les Calades 2020

Mas Foulaquier was founded in 1998 by Swiss architect, Pierre Jéquier. There are 11 hectares in total, with vines up to 50 years old. The estate is situated in the increasingly fashionable Pic Saint-Loup region, Languedoc's most northerly appellation, and all the wines are proudly biodynamic. Les Calades 2020 is a blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache; aged in a mixture of amphorae, barrique and foudre for 15 months prior to release and is a dark cherry red in the glass. A delightful nose of rich dark fruit and forest floor with a touch of black liquorice. Medium-bodied on the palate with a definite mineral streak running through the earthy, black fruit flavours. A very well structured wine with fine tannins and a lingering finish. A great pair with rich, gamey dishes.