Languedoc – Matt Walls Wine Blog

Maison Ventenac

Matt — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 10:17:09 +0000

A touch of pepperiness to the fruit, and more concentrated berry juice, a touch of damson amongst the raspberry. The tannins are grippy but superfine, extending the pure, deep, ripe fruits into the finish. A little touch of grassiness gives away the variety. Very well balanced, very well made, seductive and pure, ripe Cabernet Franc. Age a few bottles if you can – they deserve it.

Maison Ventenac

Matt — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 10:15:28 +0000

Deep and inviting nose, with a touch of the herbal and earthy that you might expect from Cab Franc. More red pepper than green though. Medium-bodied, juicy and deep in fruit, very fine though fairly lush tannins and a silky whisp of a finish. Feline and pure.

Maison Ventenac

Matt — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 10:13:35 +0000

Beautiful sense of purity to the raspberry fruit, aromatically vibrant. Light to medium-bodied, juicy and positive. Gentle, tight-knit tannins, and very well balanced. Very well made wine, with no green notes, just juicy fruit.

Mas de Cynanque

Matt — Sat, 20 Jan 2018 11:41:15 +0000

Honeyed and nutty on the nose but with bright freshness. Cheeky touch of toasted hazelnut. Full bodied, low acidity but balanced with minerality and bitterness. Medium length, very well balanced, which is quite a feat. Dry, grippy finish.