Joseph Castan Excellence Merlot 2017

This premium quality wine not only captures Merlot’s smoothness and renowned creamy plum and cedar complexity but also reflects in equal measure the sun blessed charm of the South of France. A perfect combination for serious yet leisurely enjoyment. It’s made by Vianney Castan, inheritor of the renowned wine company established by his great grandfather Joseph in 1907. Grapes were sourced from the foothills of the Cévennes, an hour inland from Montpellier. The quality easily rivals that of Bordeaux and California. The colour is deep with fragrant berry aromas, fleshy, succulent fruit and the smoothest of textures. This wine is ideal with artisan saucisson sec (cured sausage) and cheese, a rich pork casserole, or steak with mushroom sauce.