Mas Bécha - Côtes du Roussillon Excellence 2021
93/100
Jeb Dunnuck
“The Expression of the Terroir”
Excellence embodies the full potential of the Aspres terroir, so dear to Mas Becha. On the nose, the freshness of the mountains comes through in minty and fresh herbal aromas, while notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and blueberry evoke the summer sun. The velvety, rich palate is the result of meticulous craftsmanship. Best enjoyed with your eyes closed!
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Eye
Black dress with purple highlights
Nose
With beautiful aromatic finesse and depth, featuring notes of fresh herbs, Mediterranean scrub, menthol, and black berries (blackcurrant, blueberry, blackberry)
Palate
Full-bodied and rich with a velvety texture, notes of various spices; a balanced and deep wine
Serve
At 15-17°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink before
2039
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with couscous, lamb medallions with thyme-scented eggplant, glazed pork ribs...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated Estate (2020 Guide) Selected (An estate or winery that impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire range)
About the estate:
This winery, as unique in its marketing approach as it is in its wine styles, produces wines with playful labels that often leave a lasting impression. The Perez family travels, reflects, and is beginning to find a path toward greater recognition for its products. The estate is a great source of powerful, vibrant reds that are sure to spark discussion with their often unconventional profiles and consistently deep ripeness.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
South of Perpignan, Charles Perez has been running his estate since 2008 in the hamlet of Nyls, in the Aspres region: 25 hectares of organic vineyards spread across three hills within a 110-hectare estate. For his reds, his blends highlight Syrah. This figurehead of the vineyard is “sketched” by a different artist each year to illustrate his labels. The same goes for his family members. The Catalan Mouton Rothschild, so to speak!
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The 2021 Côtes du Roussillon Villages Les Aspres Excellence is primarily made from Syrah (with small amounts of Grenache and Mourvèdre) and was aged in tanks. This is another juicy wine from Perez, featuring a deep purple color along with vibrant red and blue fruits, supported by notes of pepper, spring flowers, iron, and a hint of leather. It opens up nicely with time in the glass, is medium- to full-bodied, of great purity, and has firmer tannins. Give it a year or two and enjoy it through about 2030.
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