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2011 Carmagnole Prestige, Caramany, Languedoc-Roussillon

( £9.99, 14%, Marks & Spencer )

Caramany is the westernmost of the Côtes du Roussillon’s top appellations. Its altitude and comparatively cool conditions, allied to granite and quartz soils, produce wines of remarkable freshness and poise, just like this one. Cracked pepper and spice, with red fruits and bright acidity. The old vine Carignan gives the wine some savoury ballast. 

BuyDrinking window: 2012-15Similar Wines: £5-£10, 86-90, France, Red, Carignan, Grenache, Syrah/Shiraz
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