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Azerbaijan

The theme of deference to the South of France is redoubled here with this intriguing blend of Marsalan, Carignan, Grenache Noir and Mourvèdre, all popular on the French Med, but only two, of course, actually permitted in Châteauneuf du Pape. Deep ruby with a raven core and cardinal’s robe for a rim; the nose is impressive; bilberry, laurel, graphite, sousbois, hints of peony and suede. The favourable impression carries onto the palate, although maybe here the sheer ripeness of fruit is a little overbearing. It’s a question of ripeness and sweetness rather than over-ripeness and burn; nonetheless the more subtle notes often associated with these varietals seem subsumed by a generous compote of fruit. Other facets are thereby somewhat undermined, viz tannins and spice complexity in particular. A very competent piece of work, however, and one which will not lack for adherents.

Carignan / Mazuelo

Grenache / Garnacha

Mourvèdre

Meysari, Makhmari Premium, Shamakhi, Azerbaijan, 2018

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The theme of deference to the South of France is redoubled here with this intriguing blend of Marsalan, Carignan, Grenache Noir 

Meysari, Makhmari Premium, Shamakhi, Azerbaijan, 2018

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