Domaines Paul Mas
Pinot Noir
Paul Mas wines are the result of a symbiotic relationship between an extraordinary region for producing wines, passion for the vineyard, respect for the grapes during vinification, and great blending and aging knowledge.
Paul Mas 1892 wine is a tribute to Raymond Mas, Jean-Claude’s grandfather. It commemorates his way of farming the vineyard, without using any chemical products, as well as his traditional way of making wine, respecting the fruit of the vineyard. His hard work and appreciation of the artful techniques enabled him to create his wines.
Tasting Notes
This is what Pinot Noir tastes like without costing what Pinot Noir costs. Light color typical of France, meaning you can see through the glass as you drink the bottle. Pleasant aromatics full of wild strawberries and red cherries. Lifted acidity typical of Pinot Noir freshens the pallet, even if the medium bodied wine has a richness that appeals to even the heaviest of red wine lovers.
Cultivation
The 23 year old vines are planted on clay, limestone, and gravel soils. Vineyards managed with total respect to the environment.
Vinification
De-stemmed grapes spend three days macerating with skin contact at 50°F followed by fermentation at 77°F. An additional five days maceration follows before pressing. Only the first press is included in final wine.
Aging
Half of the wine is aged in new oak barrels for four months and the other half remains in stainless steel vats. The wine is blended and then spends an additional two months in vats prior to bottling.
APPELLATION
Pays d'Oc IGP
VARIETAL
100% Pinot Noir
ABV
13.5%
ALTITUDE
200-250 meters
SOIL
Clay and limestone, locally gritty
PHILOSOPHY
Sustainable
AVERAGE AGE
11-21 years