Claude Val Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled pork chops, classic spaghetti bolognese, or a platter of mild charcuterie and medium cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Claude Val Rouge is a vibrant testament to the Languedoc's sun-drenched terroir, crafted by Domaines Paul Mas to offer an approachable yet characterful expression of Southern France. Named after the picturesque valley where the grapes thrive, this red blend is a harmonious marriage of traditional Mediterranean and international varieties grown on clay-limestone soils. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and vinified separately in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve their bright, primary fruit flavors and supple tannins. The result is an incredibly friendly, easy-going wine that captures the warmth, conviviality, and rustic elegance of the Pays d'Oc lifestyle.
🍾 About the Producer
Rooted in a viticultural heritage dating back to 1892, Domaines Paul Mas in its modern form was established in 2000 by visionary winemaker Jean-Claude Mas near Pézenas in the Languedoc region of southern France. Driven by the philosophy of 'Luxe Rural'—creating accessible, everyday luxury wines—the estate seamlessly marries centuries-old French tradition with dynamic, New World-inspired winemaking techniques. Across an expansive collection of distinct terroirs spanning the Languedoc, Roussillon, and Mediterranean coastline, the domaine practices meticulous and sustainable viticulture. Domaines Paul Mas is widely celebrated for its expressive single-varietal bottlings, such as Marsanne and Syrah under the Les Tannes label, charming regional blends like Claude Val, and refined appellation wines from Pézenas.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Merlot
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%