{"product_id":"mas-de-libian-khayyam-bio-2023","title":"Mas de Libian Khayyâm Bio 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eMas de Libian Khayyâm Côtes du Rhône Bio 2023 is a characterful, organically grown red from the sun‑drenched southern Rhône, crafted in a traditional, hands‑on style. This Grenache-led blend with Mourvèdre and Syrah captures the warmth of the vintage while retaining a fresh, savoury backbone that makes it effortlessly drinkable yet quietly complex. Named after the Persian poet Omar Khayyâm, it’s a cuvée that celebrates both hedonistic pleasure and thoughtful craftsmanship in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2023 Khayyâm shows a vibrant, deep ruby colour with youthful purple reflections along the rim. The nose is generous and expressive, offering ripe red berries (raspberry, wild strawberry) alongside black cherry, garrigue herbs (thyme, rosemary, bay), cracked pepper, and hints of licorice and dried flowers. Subtle notes of crushed stone and a touch of smoky spice add a savoury, Mediterranean complexity.\n\nOn the palate, this wine is medium to full-bodied with plenty of juicy, mouth‑filling fruit balanced by lively acidity and fine, supple tannins. Grenache brings lush red fruit and a sense of warmth, Syrah adds peppery spice and a darker edge, while Mourvèdre contributes structure and a faint gamey nuance. The finish is long, fresh and slightly spicy, with echoes of herbs and red plum. While absolutely enjoyable in its youth for its vibrant fruit and energy, the wine has the stuffing to develop more savoury and tertiary notes over the next 4–6 years under good cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMas de Libian farms its vineyards in the southern Rhône on stony, alluvial soils rich in galets roulés and clay-limestone, which store heat during the day and release it at night, helping Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah reach full, balanced ripeness. The estate is certified organic and biodynamic, and the grapes for Khayyâm are typically harvested by hand to ensure meticulous selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, native yeasts are used for fermentation, often with a significant proportion of whole clusters to enhance aromatic complexity and tannin finesse. Vinification takes place in traditional tanks or large neutral vessels to preserve purity of fruit, with gentle extraction and a respectful, low‑intervention approach; élevage is usually in concrete or large older casks rather than new oak, allowing the terroir and grape varieties to speak clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKhayyâm Côtes du Rhône Bio 2023 is a versatile food wine that pairs beautifully with rustic, flavourful dishes such as herb‑roasted chicken, grilled lamb chops, cassoulet, ratatouille, charcuterie, and hard or semi-hard cheeses like Comté or aged Gouda. It also works wonderfully with Mediterranean vegetable dishes, tomato-based pastas, and wood‑fired pizzas. Serve at 15–17°C (59–63°F) to highlight both its fruit and its savoury, spicy notes. A brief decant of about 30 minutes can help the wine open up aromatically, especially in its first few years, but it can also be enjoyed straight from the bottle for a more immediate expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMas de Libian is a historic, family‑run estate in the southern Rhône, based in the Côtes du Rhône near the village of Saint-Marcel d’Ardèche. Stewarded for generations by the Thibon family, the domaine is known for its early and committed adoption of organic and biodynamic farming, with certification from Demeter underscoring its dedication to living soils and biodiversity. In a region dominated by larger négociants, Mas de Libian stands out as a hands‑on grower‑producer whose wines are regularly praised for their authenticity, character and outstanding value. The estate has earned a loyal following among sommeliers and wine enthusiasts for its expressive, terroir‑driven reds and its role in showcasing the soulful, artisanal side of the southern Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mas de Libian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252566479185,"sku":"VC-12410","price":15.76,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/bild_mas_de_libian_khayyam_cotes_du_rhone_bio_2023PuFXjNiTWcnRF_1280x1280_ad6ab8c1-c072-4b60-908b-7d67527d16ba.jpg?v=1783445158","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/mas-de-libian-khayyam-bio-2023","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}