Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Mar 14
Inky ruby. Fresh blueberry and floral scents are complicated by suggestions of black olive and cracked pepper. Smooth, broad and appealingly sweet, with good depth to its sappy black and blue fruit flavors; a jolt of tangy acidity provides shape and lift. Becomes spicier with air and finishes long and smooth, with fine-grained tannins contributing structure and focus.
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Cornas Vineyard Fine Wine

Cornas

Cornas, a prestigious Northern Rhône appellation, is famous for bold, robust Syrah wines. Grown on steep, sun-drenched slopes, these wines are known for their intensity and depth, featuring flavours of dark berries, black pepper, smoked meat, and earthy notes, with strong tannins and excellent ageing potential. Cornas focuses exclusively on 100% Syrah, with granite soils adding to its complexity. Top producers include Domaine Auguste Clape, Thierry Allemand, and Domaine Alain Voge, all celebrated for expressing Cornas's unique terroir.