Pinot Noir Tannes Occitanie
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, grilled salmon, wild mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched hillsides of the Pays d'Oc, the Pinot Noir 'Les Tannes en Occitanie' represents a harmonious marriage between a classic cool-climate grape and the warm Mediterranean terroir of southern France. The name 'Les Tannes' pays homage to the local clay-limestone soils that define this landscape, where wild herbs like rosemary and thyme grow alongside the vines. To craft a balanced Pinot Noir in this warm climate, the grapes are harvested at night to preserve freshness and delicate aromatics. Following a meticulous destemming and cool maceration, a portion of the wine is aged in French and American oak barrels for several months, while the remainder rests in stainless steel. This dual aging process preserves the vibrant, juicy red fruit character of the grape while imparting subtle notes of sweet spice and vanilla.
🍾 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
Pinot Noir 100%
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13%