2025 Mas Magnan Siangovese "Come Prima", Pays d'Herault, Languedoc-Roussilon, France

ABOUT THE WINE

Come Prima is a distinctive 100% Sangiovese from the Pays d’Hérault in southern France. Inspired by the local tradition of short-maceration “one-night” wines, the grapes undergo 72 hours of whole-cluster maceration before direct pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel with native yeasts, followed by eight months of aging in tank; the wine is bottled without fining.

Rather than the weightier profile often associated with Sangiovese, Come Prima is light and finely infused, with crunchy red berries, red licorice, subtle chalky tannins and fresh acidity. It is especially appealing served slightly cool, alongside charcuterie, tomato-based pasta, grilled vegetables or roast chicken.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER

Mas Magnan is a small family estate in the Languedoc, where brothers Guilhem and Hugo Fraysse took over the family vineyards in 2020. The 10-hectare property is farmed organically, without herbicides or chemical fertilizers, and the brothers favor native yeasts and thoughtful, low-intervention cellar work. Come Prima reflects their interest in freshness and in adapting traditional methods to a changing climate.