Mas Carlot, Château Paul Blanc, Costières de Nîmes, 2016

This cuvée is made with 90% Syrah balanced with Mourvèdre, from the domain’s top parcels. It’s less saturated and deep in colour than many of its peers, and the aromas have a curranty, almost menthol-like refinement to them. On the palate the wine is a poised mid-weight in the Costières de Nîmes context. It's concentrated, with classic balance, light, shape-forming tannins and fresh acidity. The tarry warmth of flavour underscoring the fruit betrays the location.