Château de Paraza, Minervois (Languedoc, France) 2009

Mar 7, 2012

By Paul Lukacs

 A great picnic, burger, or pizza wine, this red hails from the western Languedoc in southern France, and offers delicious rustic charm.  A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvedre, and just a dash of Merlot, it’s full of flavor but never seems heavy or hot.  Instead, it’s remarkably smooth and easy to drink, with echoes of herbes de Provence enhancing its plum and dark cherry fruit flavors.  Especially given its low price tag, there’s a great deal to get excited about here.

Country / Region

Languedoc, France

Appellation

Minervois

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2009

Score

89

Price

US $ 12.00

Producer

Château de Paraza