Paul Mas Grande Reserve Chardonnay

Winemaker Paul Mas on the winery

“We are Domaines Paul Mas, a family-owned wine business from the Languedoc that has been making wine since 1892. Under the direction of Jean-Claude Mas, we combine French winemaking traditions with a modern approach to quality and style. We call our philosophy Le Luxe Rural: expressing the richness of southern France through wines with character, craftsmanship and an approachable style. The diversity of our soils, grape varieties and microclimates allows us to create a wide range of wine styles, always seeking the right balance between ripe fruit, structure and freshness.”

And on Languedoc, France

“Our Grande Réserve Chardonnay comes from the Pays d’Oc in the Languedoc, where calcareous soils and a Mediterranean climate help the grapes develop ripe flavours. We make this wine from 100% Chardonnay, harvested at night to preserve freshness. Fermentation takes place in new oak barrels, followed by malolactic fermentation, which adds roundness. The wine then ages for nine months in new French and American oak, in equal proportions. This develops rich aromas of pear, citrus and flowers, complemented by toasted almond, toast and vanilla. The result is a full-bodied, creamy Chardonnay with fresh acidity to maintain balance.”