94
points
Mas du Soleilla 2007 Clot de l'Amandier La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc)
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$63
If you need convincing of the true potential of the La Clape region of Languedoc, look no futher. This is a delicate yet complex wine of true character and depth with a beautiful bouquet of rich dark fruit, tea leaves, leather and menthol. The mouth, smooth and lush, is loaded with intense plum, cherry, spice and pepper. The balance is fantastic, making this an…
— L.B.
(11/1/2009)
92
points
Mas du Soleilla 2007 Les Bartelles La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc)
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$35
With 80% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 15 months in oak, this is a big, powerful wine loaded with rich fruit and sultry spice. Dark cherry, cigar box, cinnamon and cardamom abound on the nose, with more kirsch, pepper and allspice unfolding on the palate. Creamy and lush in the mouth with a long, evolving finish full of mocha and dark chocolate-covered cherries…
— L.B.
(11/1/2009)
90
points
Mas du Soleilla 2008 Le Soleilla L'Intrus La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc)
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$35
Made of 50% Carignan, 25% Syrah and 25% Grenache, there’s a touch of acetone in the nose here but it’s countered by notes of black fruit, small wild berries and garrigue herbs. Still tightly wound with firm tannins and assertive acidity, the mouth is rich and fruity, exhibiting strong cherry and berry flavors.
— L.B.
(5/1/2011)