Réserve Single Vineyard Collection La Forge Vineyard
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, hearty beef stew
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Named after the historic blacksmith forge that once served local travelers on the estate grounds near Pézenas, La Forge Vineyard represents a quintessential expression of Jean-Claude Mas's 'Luxe Rural' philosophy in the Languedoc. Situated on gravelly, clay-limestone soils steeped in Mediterranean sun, the parcel benefits from cooling sea breezes that preserve crucial acidity in the grapes. The vineyard yields a rich, velvety red crafted from old-vine Carignan and Syrah. Vinified using careful temperature control and partial carbonic maceration for the Carignan, the wine undergoes aging in French and American oak barrels to seamlessly weave together notes of ripe dark berries, wild garrigue, mocha, and toasted spice.
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Established in 1892 with roots at Château de Conas, Domaines Paul Mas was revitalized in 2000 by Jean-Claude Mas, who championed the concept of 'Luxe Rural' to showcase the premium potential of the Languedoc region. Based in Pézenas, France, the family-owned estate spans multiple vineyards across the Hérault valley, practicing sustainable and organic viticulture certified by Terra Vitis. The winery is celebrated for its expressive, Mediterranean-influenced wines, seamlessly blending traditional Southern French varieties like Marsanne, Grenache, and Syrah with international grapes. From the vibrant, everyday Claude Val and Les Tannes ranges to refined single-estate cuvées, Paul Mas delivers accessible elegance that captures the warmth and diverse terroir of the Pays d'Oc.