Chateau de Cazeneuve Coteaux du Languedoc
  Pic St Loup 'Les Terres Rouges' 2000

Chateau de Cazeneuve Coteaux du Languedoc Pic St Loup 'Les Terres Rouges' 2000: Good, vibrant but dark red-black hue, although only moderate density. Lovely nose, with a progression of complex aromas, led by sweetly smoked meats, bloody beef, and notes of undergrowth with a metallic edge. Plenty of Mourvèdre character here - it constitutes 20% of this young vines blend. It has a nice mouthfeel, overall this being a balanced, elegant wine rather than rich or creamy. Nevertheless it has a sufficiently pleasing texture for those who like a bit of richness. Soft ripe tannins and a dry, serious, slightly austere finish. Good flavours mirroring the aromas. 16/20 (19/1/04)