Domaine Pouderoux Maury Tardive 2014

Maury Tardive from Domaine Pouderoux – An experience of complexity and depth

Maury and Its Unique Terroir Maury, located in Roussillon in southernmost France, is known for its fortified wines with a particular depth and intensity. The name "Tardive" indicates a wine with extended maturation, which gives a richer and more complex profile. Domaine Pouderoux, one of the area's renowned producers, creates this wine using Grenache Noir – a grape that thrives in the warm Mediterranean climate and schist soil of Maury.

Vinification process:

The production of Maury Tardive includes a careful fermentation process that is stopped by the addition of spirits (mutage) to preserve the wine's natural sweetness. Then follows a maturation process that often combines both aging in casks and in bottles. This contributes to the wine's complex character and the light oxidation notes that make it so special.

Tasting notes:

• Nose : Intense and rich aromas of dark, ripe and dried fruits such as plums, black cherries and figs. The complexity is accentuated by notes of chocolate, black pepper, cinnamon and perhaps a hint of tobacco or leather – all a result of the extended maturation.
• Taste : The palate is met with a powerful but balanced sweetness supported by Grenache Noir's natural acidity. The layers of coffee, cocoa and dried fruit are permeated by notes of candied orange peel, adding a touch of bittersweet complexity. The soft, velvety texture makes the wine a pleasure to drink.
• Finish : The long, warming aftertaste leaves notes of spices and dried fruits, with a discreet alcohol warmth balancing the sweetness.

Storage potential Although the wine is already drinkable and mature, Maury Tardive has considerable storage potential. Fortified wines like this can further develop for many years, which will bring out deeper and more complex flavors over time.

Recommendation Domaine Pouderoux's Maury Tardive is a perfect choice for those who want a wine experience with depth, intensity and long-lasting complexity. It is ideal to be enjoyed alone as an afternoon meditation or with rich desserts such as chocolate cake or dried fruit-based dishes.