Cazes
Cazes operates in Rivesaltes, the sun-baked corner of Languedoc-Roussillon where Mediterranean heat and ancient schist soils shape wines of intensity and mineral precision. The winery's portfolio centers on the grapes native to this region: Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre for reds; Grenache Blanc and Marsanne for whites. Ego Côtes du Roussillon Blanc, a blend of Grenache Blanc and Marsanne, demonstrates the aromatic depth and structure these varieties achieve in the region's warm climate. Le Canon du Maréchal Syrah and Les Clos de Paulilles Collioure Rouge—a Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Syrah blend—show the dark fruit and spice characteristic of southern Rhône-style reds. Decanter has rated these wines, reflecting their technical merit and regional authenticity.
Critics
Decanter, Wine Advocate