The 2018 “Amphore” from Mas Del Périé is a refined wine that showcases the full potential of Malbec when raised under natural conditions without oak influence. It’s a vibrant, living wine that reflects both Fabien Jouves’ expertise and the Cahors terroir. It will captivate lovers of pure, elegant wines, with its deep aromatic profile and enchanting freshness.
2018 Amphore Mas del Périé Fabien Jouves
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The 2018 “Amphore” from Mas Del Périé is a refined wine that showcases the full potential of Malbec when raised under natural conditions without oak influence. It’s a vibrant, living wine that reflects both Fabien Jouves’ expertise and the Cahors terroir. It will captivate lovers of pure, elegant wines, with its deep aromatic profile and enchanting freshness.
Winery: Domaine Fabien Jouves
Grape Varieties: Malbec
Region: Cahors, Haut Pays, Sud-Ouest de la France, France
Appellation: Cahors
Color: Red
Format: 0.75 L Bottle
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
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