Le Roc des Mates by Château de Cazeneuve

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 12 years from vintage.

vintage3 yrs12 yrs14 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: blackberry, violet, garrigue, cedar

Palate: dark fruit, graphite, thyme, fine-grained tannin

Syrah-dominant cuvée from Cazeneuve's clay-limestone scree soils. Ample and balanced; rewards 2-5 years of cellaring before optimal drinking.

What it pairs with

Slow-roasted leg of lamb Firm tannins cut the lamb's fat; garrigue echoes Provençal seasoning.More wines for lamb →
Beef daube Slow-braised beef finds harmony with the wine's cedar and graphite depth.More wines for beef stew →
Roquefort Blue cheese funk meets the wine's structure and graphite finish.More wines for blue cheese →

History

Le Roc des Mates comes from the clay-limestone scree soils on the Cazeneuve estate; the wine shows ampleness, harmony, and long persistence on the palate. Designed for 2-5 years of cellaring.

2000First vintage of Le Roc des Mates released

Facts

Producer: Château de Cazeneuve · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah (70%), Grenache, Mourvèdre
Classification: AOC Pic Saint-Loup
Oak: Aged 12-18 months in French oak barrels, partially used
ABV: 14.5%
Price: €22-30 at retail
Drinking window: 3-12 from vintage
First vintage: 2000
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Le Roc des Mates

What does Le Roc des Mates taste like?

Blackberry, violet, garrigue and cedar on the nose; dark fruit, graphite, thyme and fine-grained tannin on the palate. Full-bodied with a long finish.

When should I drink Le Roc des Mates?

Drink between 3 and 12 years from vintage; the producer recommends waiting 2-5 years before optimal opening. Decant 60-90 minutes for younger bottles.

What food pairs with Le Roc des Mates?

Slow-roasted leg of lamb is the canonical pairing; beef daube and Roquefort also work well.

What grapes are in Le Roc des Mates?

70% Syrah dominant, with Grenache and Mourvèdre completing the blend, from Cazeneuve's clay-limestone scree soils.

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