Les Cocalières d’Aupilhac -2020, Languedoc Montpeyroux

The wine has a ruby color with slight purple reflections. The nose is pronounced and expresses notes of juicy red fruits (red cherry, crushed strawberry, wild strawberry, raspberry), fresh touches of aromatic herbs, and bouquet garni (thyme, rosemary, bay leaf), as well as a hint of rose, a slight minerality, and smoke. On the palate, the wine expresses ripe red fruits, slightly chalky mineral notes, and a hint of graphite. Then it expresses the herbaceous notes of thyme and rosemary, a floral touch of violet, and a slight minerality. The body of the wine has a medium (+) level, and tannins of a medium (+) level, but with a slightly firm texture. The finish is long and reflects mineral notes and fresh black fruits. The acidity is medium (+) and softens the tannic structure of the wine. Overall, the wine has good structure, complexity, and concentration.