Languedoc wines years ago had a very poor reputation as cheap rotgut for the Parisian working class. Yes, apparently it was even blended with wine from the French colony Algeria. Fast forward to today where modernization and agricultural improvements have wiped out Languedoc’s reputation as the land of rotgut. Prices are generally affordable. Quality is there.
We try a Domaine de Fabrègues a blend of Cinsault (50%), Mourvedre (40%) and Carignan (10%).
Aroma: Hints of a lighter red wine with high toned red cherry, raspberry and pomegranate.
Palate: The cherry and raspberry motor on. A light red with low tannins and a surprisingly long finish. It may be light but not flinty. Well assembled.
Personality: I am no mega blaster. Surely you folks require a light gem like yours truly. At this price Penniless Pensioners you can afford me.
Food Match: Ham and cheese on a fresh baguette from my favourite bakery in the 7th arrondissement just off Pont De L’Alma. Sold out by 10 a.m. I was last there in October 2019 so I can’t remember the name of the boulangerie.
Cellarbility: Will not improve with age but can sail into the end of 2024.
Price: $ 15.95 CDN.
RKS 2023 Wine Rating: 89/100. Decanter World Wine Awards 92.
(Domaine de Fabrègues 2019 L’Oreé, AOP Languedoc, Domaine de Fabrègues, Aspiran, France, 750 mL, 13%).
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