Minervois is an appellation for distinctive red wines from the western Languedoc in France.

The appellation takes its name from Minerve, a village 25 miles (40km) from the Mediterranean coast and surrounded by the southern French foothills. The village, by turn, is named after the Greek goddess Minerva.

The Minervois appellation was granted in 1985 and since then, the local wines have changed dramatically, gaining praise from critics in France and abroad. As with many French appellations, this increase in quality is due to significant investments in winery equipment and improved vineyard management.

The predominant grape varieties used in AOC Minervois wines are Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre followed by Carignan, Cinsaut and Bourboulenc.

Lo Mainatge, La Croix de Saint Jean 2012 at £16.95

This is an award-winning (93/100 Beverage Tasting Institute of Chicago ; Guide Hachette 2017) and beautiful example from the region.

It is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah. Fruit was hand-picked and fermented in a mix of cement and stainless steel to retain its primary fruit.

Deep red in the glass with a very expressive nose of raspberry perfumes. Fresh and sweet fruit on the juicy palate complement silky tannins and a subtle spice.

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