« The 1995 vintage is incredibly complex, a true home to the countlesssa vours, aromas and perfumes of the Languedoc garrigue »
– 68% Cabernet Sauvignon.
– 8% Syrah.
– 7% Cabernet Franc.
– 6.5% Merlot.
– 6% Malbec.
– 2% Pinot noir.
– 1.5% Tannat.
– 1% rare grape varieties: Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera.
Relatively warm winter but with some hard frost. Flowering
between 1 and 7 June.
June and July were very dry. At the end of August and early
September, the gusty north wind dried the grapes; bright sunshine
but cool nights.
Harvest: 270mm of rain fell between the end of September and 15
October.
Classic Medoc vinification – long fermentation and maceration (20 days at least) in stainless steel tank – no filtration
We are in the presence of a wine of powerful constitution, with a dark red color, with black reflections, powerful nose, fleshy mouth… A great wine which will speak of fruits, more than of tannins.
CELLARING ADVICE
If your cellar is cool (12° to 16°C), you can keep your Mas de Daumas Gassac for several years.
If your cellar is not cool, or if you fear the passage of time, don’t hesitate to drink your Mas de Daumas Gassac wines as soon as it finishes maturing, at 2 years/3 years, 5 years!
WHEN TO ENJOY MAS DE DAUMAS GASSAC RED WINES
Know that there are no absolute great wines; only great bottles! Those drunk in a moment of serenity.
Know also that the Cabernet Sauvignon of the Médoc, from the days before clones, produces incomparable, lively wines, rich in the talent to age beautifully.
It’s up to you to choose one of the five periods to suit your tastes.
THE FIVE LIVES OF MAS DE DAUMAS GASSAC RED WINES
The five lives of Mas de Daumas Gassac Red Wines Laid down in a cool cellar (14°-16°C, 57-60°F) even the oldest can happily wait with no problem for many years. However, being laid down in warmer temperatures will speed up the wines’ maturity.
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* SIGN UP FOR 2024 HARVEST *
We’re recruiting!
We are currently looking for pickers for the 2024 harvest – between late August and early September.
Possibility of accommodation on site.