REGION   Languedoc, France (Vin de France)

GRAPE   Petite Syrah

STYLE   Full-bodied red, bold tannins, chewy and intense

SERVE   Room temperature, 16–18°C (61–64°F)

Four generations of the Vellas family farm Mas du Pont, near Montpellier between Pic Saint-Loup and the Mediterranean, mostly organically. Enfant Infernal is 100% Petite Syrah, a dark-skinned cross of Syrah and Peloursin.

Tasting notes

Deep purple, with bold tannins and acidity, a full body and a chewy, intense texture: big, bold and memorable.

Pairs with

Mediterranean tapas, red and white meats, aged cheese, chocolate