Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Oct 20
The 2009 Alpilles Rouge is a powerful, brooding wine. It is also the most reticent of the five wines in this report. I don’t see the aromatic nuance, textural richness or finesse of the best years. Instead, the 2009 comes across as brooding and a bit monolithic. Of course, it is possible the 2009 is in that transition from a young to an older wine. We shall see. Today, it is pretty bombastic, with plenty of dark fruit, leather, smoke, game and scorched earth notes that add to its virile character. This bottle was released from the domaine in 2020.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2034
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France

France, the world’s premier wine producer, offers diverse wines from renowned regions. Bordeaux is known for robust red blends, with top producers like Château Margaux and Château Lafite Rothschild. Burgundy, home to exquisite Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, features legendary producers like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and Domaine Leflaive. The Rhône Valley excels in powerful Syrah and Grenache blends, while the Loire Valley showcases crisp Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc. Champagne is celebrated for its luxurious sparkling wines from houses like Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot.