Jeff Carrel
Les Darons Languedoc Grenache Blend
Languedoc, Languedoc Roussillon, France
A nose of a well crafted, organic fruit popsicle.
First sip tells me this is going to be another enjoyable wine from this producer. Slate plates, topped with a fruit compote that has been melding for a couple of days. Lip smacking acidity that shows this med touched fruit off as it is. Just the slightest hint of iodine, yet that could be from my dental implant uncovering..
Southern France has so much to offer, with well made wine, that showcase the terroir.
A nose of a well crafted, organic fruit popsicle.
First sip tells me this is going to be another enjoyable wine from this producer. Slate plates, topped with a fruit compote that has been melding for a couple of days. Lip smacking acidity that shows this med touched fruit off as it is. Just the slightest hint of iodine, yet that could be from my dental implant uncovering..
Southern France has so much to offer, with well made wine, that showcase the terroir.
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1 person found it helpfulFeb 10th, 2019
A blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah & 5% Carignan with no oak aging. Pleasant big red fruit aromas with complementing spice. On the palate blackberry and cherry flavors, almost jammy with pepper spice and balanced acidity. Round tannins, medium+ length ending with a mineral finish. Nice value, a little more southern geography this would cost more $. Tasting Sample.
A blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah & 5% Carignan with no oak aging. Pleasant big red fruit aromas with complementing spice. On the palate blackberry and cherry flavors, almost jammy with pepper spice and balanced acidity. Round tannins, medium+ length ending with a mineral finish. Nice value, a little more southern geography this would cost more $. Tasting Sample.
1 person found it helpfulAug 24th, 2018
Good QPR. A well-balanced 80% Grenache with a derp, dark color, elegant with earth tones. Recommended.
Good QPR. A well-balanced 80% Grenache with a derp, dark color, elegant with earth tones. Recommended.
1 person found it helpfulAug 15th, 2018
Blackcherry jam, slight tart blueberry, dirty, slight leather, good acid, med tannins...really a tasty wine from southern france, zero oak, great price. Good by itself or with some food...
Blackcherry jam, slight tart blueberry, dirty, slight leather, good acid, med tannins...really a tasty wine from southern france, zero oak, great price. Good by itself or with some food...
1 person found it helpfulApr 25th, 2018
Hardcore berry, nicely acidic, medium bodied - opens up well with a long, strong finish. Versatile and a bit quixotic.
Hardcore berry, nicely acidic, medium bodied - opens up well with a long, strong finish. Versatile and a bit quixotic.
Apr 7th, 2017
12 bones big and jammy from France!?! Yes please.
12 bones big and jammy from France!?! Yes please.
Jan 31st, 2017
Really pleasant wine. Welcomed intermission in between lighter reds as we moved on into Bordeaux. Red fruits, long finish, juicy in a good way!
Really pleasant wine. Welcomed intermission in between lighter reds as we moved on into Bordeaux. Red fruits, long finish, juicy in a good way!
Dec 21st, 2016
Nice blend of Grenache (75%), Syrah (20%) and Carignan (5%). No oak - aged in concrete. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, blueberry and violets. Medium to full bodied. Nicely balanced acidity and tannins. Plush, plump, round and elegant. Great value and pleasant surprise. Thank You Ron B!
Nice blend of Grenache (75%), Syrah (20%) and Carignan (5%). No oak - aged in concrete. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, blueberry and violets. Medium to full bodied. Nicely balanced acidity and tannins. Plush, plump, round and elegant. Great value and pleasant surprise. Thank You Ron B!
Mar 28th, 2022
See my comments below. Just amazing: dust, earth, spices, pepper, toasted bread and a lot of black and blue berries. Melts on the palate. Magic!
See my comments below. Just amazing: dust, earth, spices, pepper, toasted bread and a lot of black and blue berries. Melts on the palate. Magic!
Apr 6th, 2021