2018 "Amphore" Mas del Périé Fabien Jouves

Description

The 2018 “Amphore” from Mas Del Périé is a unique cuvée crafted by Fabien Jouves, a renowned winemaker known for his biodynamic and natural practices in the Cahors vineyard. This particular cuvée is vinified and aged in amphorae, which allows for a pure and unadulterated expression of the Malbec grape while highlighting the Cahors terroir. The amphora aging gives the wine a silky texture and vibrant fruitiness, while maintaining a refreshing balance.

Blend

100% Malbec, the signature grape of the Cahors appellation. The amphora aging without excessive intervention (no oak) preserves the authenticity of the aromas.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep red with purplish hues, typical of Cahors Malbec.

Nose: The nose is expressive and intense, with aromas of black fruits (blackberry, cassis), floral notes (violet), and subtle hints of pepper and licorice. There is also a delicate minerality present.

Palate: The wine is ample and fresh on the palate, with a velvety texture imparted by the amphora aging. The tannins are fine and silky, giving way to rich flavors of black fruits, sweet spices, and a long finish marked by distinctive minerality. The wine’s freshness balances its richness perfectly.

Aging Potential

The 2018 Amphore is enjoyable now, offering vibrant fruit and a silky texture, but it also has good aging potential. It can evolve in the cellar for 8 to 10 years, developing more complex and evolved notes over time.

Food Pairings

This elegant and rich wine pairs well with meat-based dishes and aged cheeses:

Duck breast

Grilled ribeye or roasted lamb

Stews (daube, beef bourguignon)

Aged cheeses like Roquefort or Cantal