2019 Lirac Reine des Bois
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40% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre. Certified AB organic. 30-day maceration at controlled temperatures. Ageing: 10% in barrique, 90% in stainless steel. Tasted blind. A little lactic and creamy with violets and dark fruits on the nose. Gentle and soft mouthfeel, firm but rounded tannins. Slightly chewy texture with nice vibrancy to it. Needs a year or two – there is nice purity of fruit here. (AC)
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Alistair Cooper MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeb Dunnuck
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Moving to the 2019 reds and a blend of 40% Syrah and 30% each of Mourvèdre and Grenache, the 2019 Lirac Cuvée De La Reine Des Bois reveals a deep purple hue as well as a masculine, mineral-laced bouquet of cassis, framboise, ground pepper, graphite, and smoked meat. The Syrah dominates the nose at present, yet it shows more Grenache sexiness on the palate and is full-bodied, has a seamless texture, great tannins, and a beautiful finish. There are enough tannins and underlying structure to warrant 2-3 years of bottle age, yet it should be a 10- to 15-year wine. It’s always in the running for the Lirac of the vintage and bests many a top Châteauneuf du Pape.
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro
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