"A top-of-the-range cuvée whose very long barrel ageing (24 months) has not dulled the aromas, quite the contrary. Very elegant, the nose declines blackberry, raspberry and peony on a finely wooded background. The same elegance characterizes the palate, which seduces with its fleshy texture, classy tannins and fruit that has digested the oak. Powerful, harmonious and ideal for laying down". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2021)
Features
Estate
Domaine de la Cendrillon
Cuvée
N°1
Vintage
2016
Designation
Corbières
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
50% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah, 25% Grenache
Terroirs
Vignes du Peyral: South-facing slope of the Pech, sheltered from the north wind. Parcels planted around former gypsum quarries in a combe with soil combining marl with a high concentration of iron and limestone veins.
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Destemming and manual sorting to remove raisined grapes. Vinification in wooden vats, gentle extraction by punching down and temperature control.
Breeding
24 months 60% in foudres (20hl) and 40% in barrels (225L) of French oak
Alcohol content
14,5%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep garnet with violet highlights
Nose
Intense and complex, with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, black pepper, liquorice and hints of balsamic.
Mouth
Rich and powerful, with a silky, delicate texture. Minty finish on a background of sweet spices and mocha. Beautiful complexity and freshness.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with lamb tagine, grilled or roasted beef, chorizo risotto...
Domaine de la Cendrillon
Corbières
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 15/20 (Very good wine)
Domaine rated (guide 2024) 2*Stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more regular and homogeneous than the previous one)
About the domain :
Robert Joyeux's career as an industrialist went hand in hand with extensive renovation work on the estate, enabling him to create the Corbières of his dreams, elegant and expressive of the complexity and variety of its terroirs. Since 2011, he and his wife Geneviève have devoted themselves full-time to their estate, and their son Hubert has just joined them to promote this fine cru to the four corners of the world. The estate has been certified organic since 2013, and the grapes are cared for to perfection. Gentle extractions, no crushing of the grapes and the use of gravity ensure generous yet refined and sincere wines. The cuvée Inédite has depth and staying power, while the cuvée numéro-1, exuberant and full of character, deserves its name. We were also seduced by the new Cuvée La Coume, tonic and fresh. White and rosé wines are delicious.
Decanter
Rated 96/100
About the wine:
Opulent aromas of coconut, raisin, licorice and black fruit, with juniper, blackcurrant, cherry, cinnamon, clove, elegant chocolate and smooth, soft tannins.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (guide 2021) 2*Stars (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2024) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
A top-of-the-range cuvée whose very long barrel ageing (24 months) has not dulled the aromas, quite the contrary. The very elegant nose features blackberry, raspberry and peony on a finely wooded background. The same elegance characterizes the palate, which seduces with its fleshy texture, classy tannins and fruit that has digested the oak. Powerful, harmonious and ideal for laying down.
About the domain :
La Cendrillon? A locality in Ornaisons, at the foot of the Fontfroide massif, a former inn along the Roman road that linked the Narbonnaise region to Aquitaine. A native of the region, entrepreneur Robert Joyeux took over the family estate in 1993, and has spared no expense in investments: new plantations, and the construction of a winery. Today, the 42 ha estate has been certified organic since the end of 2012.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated 93/100
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Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 2 reviews
Note and review by M. FABRICE & MATHIS P. Published on 10/07/2023
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Note and review by M. JEAN LUC V. Published on 01/02/2023
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