Mas Cal Demoura - Terrasses du Larzac Les Combariolles 2023
94/100
RVF
"All the elegance of the Grands Languedoc—splendid and refined, with its unique mineral character."
This moving cuvée stands out in the vintage for its mineral depth. The limestone character of this single-vineyard selection gives the wine a vertical structure and elevates it through its balance and harmony. An expressive, well-structured wine—magnificent!
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Eye
Deep red in color, with blackcurrant highlights
Nose
A very pure fruit flavor, complemented by notes of cade and garrigue—splendid and very refined, with its mineral character
Palate
Harmonious and rich; the tannins provide structure and lovely liveliness
Serve
Decant at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2026
Drink before
2031+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a leg of lamb served with pan-seared chanterelles, wild duck with celery and truffles, filet mignon, or veal confit with goose fat...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Diligence and care, intelligence and precision, along with a clear vision of what makes a great wine, have propelled the reds of the talented Vincent Goumard to the top. They embodied an exemplary classicism that never veered toward austerity. The evolution—without losing any of these qualities—toward a captivating sensuality marks the culmination of a cycle, one dominated by precision and refined tannins. The whites are also improving, notably with a cuvée that sparkles with refreshing vibrancy. New for 2020: the entire range is now bottled in Burgundy-style bottles.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100
Rated Estate (2026 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
The blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre from Domaine Les Combariolles gives this wine its complexity: fruit, flowers, licorice, garrigue, charcoal, and limestone tannins.
About the estate:
After initially working in consulting, Vincent and Isabelle Goumard took over this beautiful estate in 2004, which had been founded in the early 1990s by Jean-Pierre Jullien. Although they had previously visited some twenty estates in Languedoc and Roussillon, they were captivated by the power of this place, nestled in the heart of the Terrasses du Larzac. The couple quickly demonstrated the full extent of their talent, with a keen understanding of their vineyard plots and geological variations, a deep respect for the vines, and exacting winemaking standards. Over the years, their style has refined itself, producing wines that are increasingly delicate and complex, with elegant texture and magnificent aging potential. Mas Cal Demoura is undeniably one of the region’s leading estates. After an interesting 2021 vintage—though one that fell slightly short—the estate has produced superb 2022 wines. A third star is clearly within reach.
Customer Rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. PASCAL H. Posted on 12/17/2025
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