Matassa Tommy Ferriol VDF Rouge 2025

Wine Type: Red
Style: Light-bodied Roussillon red; juicy, floral, savory, mineral-driven, chillable
Vintage: 2025
Bottle Size: 750ml
Grape Variety: Grenache Noir, Carignan 
Appellation: Vin de France
Country: France
Region: Roussillon, Languedoc-Roussillon
Producer: Domaine Matassa
Winemaker: Tom Lubbe
Vineyard: Old-vine parcels in the Roussillon, near Calce and Espira-de-l’Agly
Soil: Schist and limestone
Farming: Organic and biodynamic practices; hand-harvested; minimal-intervention winemaking
Alcohol: Not confirmed for the 2025 vintage
Fermentation: Indigenous-yeast fermentation with gentle extraction; specific whole-cluster and maceration details not confirmed for 2025
Aging: Neutral vessels to preserve freshness and fruit character; exact 2025 élevage not confirmed
Food Pairings: Roast chicken, grilled sausages, charcuterie, lamb kebabs, mushroom dishes, grilled vegetables, lentils, soft cheeses

Tasting Note:
Matassa’s “Tommy Ferriol” is a lively, expressive Roussillon red that favors freshness and energy over weight. Wild strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, violet, cracked pepper, and Mediterranean herbs lead into a juicy, lightly structured palate. Bright acidity and gentle tannins keep the wine refreshing, while subtle earthy and mineral notes add savory complexity. An inviting, low-intervention red that is particularly enjoyable with a slight chill.

About the Producer:
Domaine Matassa was founded in 2003 by South African-born winemaker Tom Lubbe in Calce, Roussillon. One of southern France’s most influential natural-wine producers, Lubbe champions organic and biodynamic farming, old vines, indigenous fermentations, and minimal sulfur. His wines challenge the region’s traditionally powerful, high-alcohol style, instead emphasizing freshness, aromatic complexity, and a clear expression of place. “Tommy Ferriol” reflects that philosophy, offering a vibrant, approachable expression of Roussillon’s Mediterranean landscape.