La Cave de l'Abbé Rous Banyuls Grand Cru Cuvée Christian Reynal

From selected grenache noir vines in the best sites, yielding between 18 and 22 hectolitres per hectare. Macerated for a further 20 days after fortification (mutage sur grains) before ageing for six years in small oak vats and demi-muid (300 litre) barrels. This has a fabulous tawny mahogany colour: bright and clear with a touch of tan at the rim. The nose is hugely attractive, with muscovado sugar, pure black fruits, and some citrus peel, raisins and nuts. Smooth and …