Paul Mas Cote Mas Pezenas

Not as famous as nearby Corbieres and Fitou, the wines of Pezenas in the Languedoc are slowly making a name for the region. Think big: the reds are typically fairly robust with lots of dense, dark fruit flavours. This one’s a blend of three local grapes and is aged in oak barrels, giving it a whack of spice and pepper too. Definitely needs food, preferably something that’s been cooking slowly in the oven for hours.