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In the foothills of the Cévennes, in northernmost Languedoc, lie the great Crus of the region, Larzac and Pézanas. Threaded between them is this ancient, almost forgotten IGP. Smooth with black, polished herbal fruit, this is a worthy winner of Gold.
In the foothills of the Cévennes, in northernmost Languedoc, lie the great Crus of the region, Larzac and Pézanas. Threaded between them is this ancient, almost forgotten IGP. Smooth with black, polished herbal fruit, this is a worthy winner of Gold.
Tasting notes
Freshness and sleek tannins, ripe bramble and plum, wild herbs
Aroma
Herbal lift to the ripe blackberry, plum and kirsch notes
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
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Scattered on the high-altitude slopes of the Cévennes foothills, lie the vineyards of Terrasses de Larzac. The top wine from there fetches £100 a bottle. Nearby are the other Languedoc crus - Montpeyroux, Pézenas and Pic Saint Loup. Tucked away among them and in the shadow of the great Mont Baudile lies a forgotten IGP, named after this towering mountain. Cave Fonjoya boasts 90% production of this tiny area and the very finest grapes are reserved for this wine. A classic blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan and Mourvèdre, it's a sumptuous, smooth red, with polished tannins and deep black fruit with herbal nuances. Pure charm and a great partner to grilled meats, ideal at a barbecue, or with a rich, garlicky, herby casserole, veggie or not!