Mas de Libian Côtes du Rhône Bout d'Zan Rouge 2021

This gem has become one of the smartest buys in our portfolio. It’s drawn from 35-year-old biodynamically managed vines rooted in a range of highland soils: some galets roulés (rolled alluvial ‘pudding’ stones); some sandy clay; and some lower-lying parcels on limestone soils.

Give or take a few bunches, the blend is 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah, co-fermented (Hélène’s father once told her, “The earlier you consummate the marriage the better the relationship!”) and raised in a mix of Stockinger foudre and cement vats.

Type: Red Wine
Style: Smooth, Juicy
Grape Varietal: Grenache, Syrah
Tastes Like: Comparable to a fruit-driven Shiraz, with ripe blackberries, plums, and a touch of spice.
Alcohol Percentage: 14%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Rhône Valley, France
Terroir: Clay and limestone soils
Aging: Stainless steel and neutral oak
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Mas de Libian is a family-run estate in the southern Rhône Valley, focused on organic and biodynamic practices to produce wines that are vibrant, expressive, and full of character.

Seafood: Grilled tuna steak or prawn skewers.
Poultry: Roast chicken with herbs or duck confit.
Vegetarian: Ratatouille or stuffed capsicums.
Meat: Lamb stew or beef burgers.

Brie: Creamy and mild, balancing the wine's fruitiness.
Comté: Nutty and firm, complementing the wine's smooth texture.
Gouda: Aged and caramelised, enhancing the wine's richness.
Taleggio: Savoury and soft, pairing beautifully with the wine.

Ratatouille

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red capsicum, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh thyme and basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add eggplant, zucchini, and capsicum, and cook for 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes, thyme, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Serve warm.

Tip: Enjoy with Mas de Libian Bout d'Zan Rouge for a classic Rhône pairing.