Another wine from the Barriques tasting menu tonight, this one from the heart of French wine country – Languedoc. Like many wines from the region, Bergerie de l’Hortus is a blend – in this case, of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre. GSM blends are common in Southern France and increasingly in Australia. So there you go.
Wine: Bergerie de l’Hortus Classique 2007
Vitals: Region – Pic Saint Loup, Laguedoc, France; Grapes – 2:1 tank vinified Syrah-Grenache, with roughly 10% barrel-aged Mourvedre
Company line: “Contains Sulfites”. Hey, leave something to the imagination. Thanks for that, guys.
My take: translucent purple in the glass. Blackberry, mint and spice dominate an otherwise subdued nose. Palate is somewhat meaty with dark fruits and a lightly peppery finish. Mouthfeel is velvety with low acidity and rounded dry tannins. Highly drinkable and nimble enough to accompany a wide range of edibles.
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