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Daumas Gassac

Mas de Daumas Gassac Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1986

[Back label says 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, and then (in a burst of French mathematical genius), the remaining 30% (hey, that’s what the label actually says), Malbec, Merlot, Syra (their spelling), Canernet Franc, Pinot (unspecified which Pinot??), and Tannat] OK, not trying to goof on the winery or the importer (uh, KLWM!?!?), but weird math and unclear varietal composition is kinda just odd, at best, or just weird?!?!?’ Production was 75,000 bouteilles, 1,400 magnums, 100 jeroboams, and 25 mathusalems (their spelling, not mine)??!!
OK, first whiff, I could honestly care less what the actual grape cepage is, tons of garrigue, but at age 40 still quite fresh, most of the tannic structure has faded away, but this shows those awesome tertiary notes, along with clear bottle sweetness, which makes these older bottles so amazing and, frankly, compelling to drink!! Great southern French wine from the Pays de l’Herault, super long finish, WOW!!!
— 3 days ago

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Tom Casagrande

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Wowza! Used to stock this in the store I managed in NYC. It was quite affordable back then.
Doug Powers

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@Tom Casagrande, I also have a 1989, 1990 and 1995 stood up, I used to buy these from KLWM back in the day (IIRC, they were sold as “6-pack cases”), I think starting with the 1982 through 1998 (or 1995). These wines are immortal from an aging perspective, so will start drinking them on and off.

Miguel Torres

Mas La Plana Penedès Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

vintage 2019 | Awesome balance, wonderful scent with spicyness — 4 months ago

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Mas Coutelou (Jean François Coutelou)

Le Vin des Amis Red Rhône Blend 2023

Fruktigt sällskapsvin. Går omöjligt att bli arg på. #caves — 7 months ago

Les Domaines Paul Mas

Château Paul Mas Clos des Mûres Coteaux du Languedoc Syrah Blend 2023

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of cherry, cocoa,
Dry. Flavors of ripe black cherry, cocoa, peppercorn, subtle olive note developing, hint of baking spice. Rich, velvety tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 8 months ago

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Mas de Libian

Bout d'Zan Côtes du Rhône Grenache Blend

Black pepper , black berry, good tannins, acidity is on point! Fruits in the nose and pepper in the finish. Tart dark cherry! — 6 years ago

Tenute Sella

Lessona Piedmont Nebbiolo Blend 2010

Remarkably youthful for a 16 year old. Leather, cracked stone, spice still-bright cherry. How is that possible? Light but deep. Fantastic transparency and acids. — a month ago

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Yes….very nice!!!
Dan Casagrande

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@Tom Casagrande thanks for the great food and wine, it was a wonderful weekend!
Doug Powers

Doug Powers

@Tom Casagrande, it’s “possible” because well-made Nebbiolo will reliably age for as long as any long-lived grape I’ve ever tried. Not all Nebbiolo, well-made and grown in the right places!!

Bodegas Mas Alta

Artigas Priorat Red Blend 2019

vintage 2019 | Cinnamon and brushwood, for me surprisingly soft, beautiful — 4 months ago

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Mas de Gourgonnier

Organic Les Baux-de-Provence Grenache Blend

A red blend mostly Grenache fruity on the palate. April 2026. — 5 months ago

Sella & Mosca

Marchese di Villamarina Alghero Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Bright sour red cherry, pepper and herbs. A little spicy, some red licorice. With mushroom risotto and lemon-rosemary chicken cutlets. — 7 months ago

Ira, Dave and 4 others liked this

Mas de Gourgonnier

Les Baux-de-Provence Grenache Blend 2022

John Howard
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Inex and gut. — 8 months ago

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Tom Casagrande

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Always a great buy!

Miguel Torres

Mas La Plana Black Label Penedès Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Vintage 2012 | cardemom and chocolate, rich, mesmerizing smell! Beautiful balance in smell, swallow reflex in the mouth, you long for another sip. Really very good indeed. Love this. — 3 years ago

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I’ve always had a soft spot for Mas La Plana

Sella & Mosca

Riserva Cannonau di Sardegna 2022

Another excellent vintage of this Sardinian clone of Grenache. Aromas of bright red fruit, dried violets, smoky oak and sweet baking spices. Flavors of juicy red cherry, raspberry and strawberry fruit, cola, tobacco and those baking spices. Long and lingering finish. Crisp, vibrant and refreshing acidity. Full bodied and surprisingly smooth tannins. 14% ABV, but it is difficult to notice. Outstanding value! Thanks for the taste, Kase. — 4 months ago

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Sella & Mosca

La Cala Vermentino di Sardegna 2025

Light yellow color. Aromas of green orchard fruit, white flowers and citrus. Flavors of peaches, nectarines, tropical fruit, green apples, lemon curd, raw almonds and a very pleasing saline note. Beautiful note of minerality on the long finish. Medium-minus body (but still a bit of heft) and refreshing acidity. Lovely silky texture for such a crisp wine. Outstanding QPR. Thanks for sharing, Kase! — 4 months ago

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Mas Candí

Cabories Les Gunyoles d'Avinyonet Mando Blend

Loved this! Bursting with fruit with plenty of biodynamic qualities - funky, but easy, super drinkable — 5 months ago

Mas d'en Gil

Bellmunt Priorat Red Blend 2021

Fresh and vibrant with red fruit aromas alongside spicy, earthy undertones and hints of mineral. Lively medium-bodied yet juicy, refined and silky tannins, good acidity, and a refreshing, mineral finish. — 7 months ago

Mas Doix

Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles Priorat Carignan - Grenache Blend 2018

Let is open/ waited 3 hours, next day was even better balance of tannins and fruit, Go For It! — 8 months ago

Daumas Gassac

Mas de Daumas Haute Vallée du Gassac Blanc White Blend 2019

Barush ludo nichk alegza mau @gradcru — 3 years ago

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Marimar Estate (Marimar Torres)

Mas Cavalls Doña Margarita Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016

Our friend described this as forest floor. Did have wet forest smells along with mushrooms, dry blackberry and raspberry with a slight musty funk. Felt like this bottle was just a touch sweeter (not dessert wine sweet just that the dark fruit had fermented a bit more). Good wine. — 5 years ago

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