Matassa - Rouge 2025

Matassa Rouge 2025 is a pure Carignan from exceptionally old vineyards on the stony slopes of France's Roussillon. Vines planted at the beginning of the last century give low yields and grapes of striking character. From them, Tom Lubbe makes a red that combines the depth of old vines with surprising freshness. Sour cherries, red forest fruit, a hint of smoke and Mediterranean herbs appear on the nose. The palate is dry, juicy and mineral, with fine tannins, pleasant acidity and a long, clean finish. The wine has beautiful structure yet never feels heavy or overripe. Whole bunches undergo a short maceration and spontaneous fermentation. The wine then ages for ten months in used 500-litre oak barrels. Unfiltered, unfined and with no added sulphites. Great with roast meat, lamb, mushroom dishes or bolder cheeses.