Tasting - Chateau Mas Neuf Rhone Paradox

Name: Chateau Mas Neuf Rhone Paradox Rouge
Variety: Syrah (50%), Grenache (15%), Mourvèdre (20%), Carignan (15%)
Region: Chateau
Country: France
Year: 2009
Price: $11.95

Winery Review: Intense garnet colour. The nose reveals red fruits (raspberry, red currants) combined with subtle hints of eucalyptus and bouquet garni. Aromas of very ripe fruit, leather and bouquet garni. The palate is sensual and is distinguished by a good balance of freshness. The aromas of very ripe fruit, leather and bouquet garni indicate full ripeness of the grapes resulting. With its subtle tannins the Mas Neuf Rhone Paradox can be tasted now or could be laid down in the cellar for 2 to 5 years.


My Review: A dark color but not as dark as the winery review leads to be. I was surprised by the smell of this red wine because it had hints of fruit and fresh aromas. I would assume that is the eucalyptus coming through mentioned in the winery review. Heavier taste with leather coming through for me more than fruit which is surprising because the of the fruit smell. Very strong after taste that is not for me.  I can see why it was suggest for beef. I tasted it without food though so maybe a food pair will change my mind.