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Robust Rhône!
Blackwell's Wines & Spirits
Tasted February 9, 2013 by joraesque with 353 views
Flight 1 (1 note)
Red
2011 Domaine Amido Lirac
87 points
Nicely ripe and juicy, albeit simple. 60% Mourvèdre, 20% Carignan, 15% Syrah, 5% Grenache. 87-88
Flight 2 (1 note)
Red
2011 Domaine Amido Côtes du Rhône Villages
88 points
Slight tartness on a vibrant cherry palate. The 14.5% alcohol content is almost not perceivable! Outstanding QPR. 87-88
Flight 3 (1 note)
Red
2011 Domaine de Piaugier Côtes du Rhône La Grange de Piaugier
87 points
Stewed fruits on both the nose and palate.
Flight 4 (1 note)
Red
2010 Domaine du Grand Montmirail Vacqueyras
88 points
Nicely funky nose, medium tannins on the dry palate, and a yet primary finish. 65% Grenache, 35% Syrah. 87-89
Flight 5 (1 note)
Red
2011 Domaine des Coteaux des Travers Rasteau Reserve
88 points
Raspberry and blueberry on the nose, and good flavor integration on the palate, as well as some (white?) pepper on the finish. Easy drinking, with medium tannins. 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre.
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Flight 6 (1 note)
Red
2006 Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet Crozes-Hermitage Nouvelère
89 points
Wonderful aromatics on the nose. At its peak or perhaps slightly passed, depending on your drinking preference. Apparently it drank steadily over two hours. 89+