Domaine La Linquière - Saint-Chinian Le Chant des Cigales 2013
Languedoc
Red
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2*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
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Médaille d'Or
Concours Paris
"Once again this year, the domaine stands out with this cuvée, already a favorite in the 2011 and 2010 vintages. A ruby-red wine with deep black tints, barrel-aged for a year, it reveals its charms right from the fiercely southern olfaction with its scents of garrigue and eucalyptus, black fruits and spices on a finely wooded background. The palate, in unison, offers power and roundness. It is supported by fine tannins, albeit still young, and is enhanced by toasty notes on the long finish. A model of harmony, which will gain in maturity with age" (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2016)
Features
Estate
Domaine La Linquière
Cuvée
Le Chant des Cigales
Vintage
2013
Designation
Saint-Chinian
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
70% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, 15% Carignan
Terroirs
schist, clay-limestone and sandstone soils
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
in whole bunches
Breeding
12 months in oak barrels (1/5 new, 1/5 of 1 wine, 1/5 of 2 wines, 1/5 of 3 wines, 1/5 of 4 wines)
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
deep, brilliant crimson colour
Nose
Intense, dominated by aromas of black berries, black truffles, toast and spices.
Mouth
very long length
Serve
at 16-18°C
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2023
Production
16,000 bottles
Food and wine pairing
enjoy with game, local dishes, strong cheeses...
Domaine La Linquière
Saint-Chinian
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2016 guide) 2*Coup de Coeur (Outstanding wine)
Domaine rated (guide 2016) Awarded wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
Once again this year, the domaine stands out with this cuvée, already a favorite in the 2011 and 2010 vintages. A ruby-red wine with deep black tints, barrel-aged for a year, it reveals its charms right from the fiercely southern nose, with scents of garrigue and eucalyptus, black fruits and spices on a finely wooded background. The palate, in unison, offers power and roundness. It is supported by fine tannins, albeit still young, and is enhanced by toasty notes on the long finish. A model of harmony, which will mature with age.
About the domain :
Having left the Cave Coopérative in 2001, this Salvestre family estate (20 ha) has since established itself as one of the appellation's standard-bearers, as evidenced by the numerous awards presented in these pages. The wines come from schist parcels perched at an altitude of 310 m.
Concours Général Agricole de Paris
Wine rated (2016 guide) Gold Medal (Concours Général Agricole Paris)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.7/5
out of 46 reviews
Note and review by M. FREDERIC B. Published on 07/11/2018
Acidity on the finish, lacking amplitude. Fruity but very unbalanced
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Note and review by M. LOUIS D. Published on 10/03/2017
Prima wijn. Kenmerkende Saint Chinian smaak. Mis wel een beetje de olijvige geur. Ook lekker als 'ie al even open is.
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Note and review by M. ANTONY M. Published on 01/02/2017
Great potential, but at the end of 2016, it's still too young to be fully appreciated ... 2 more years in the cellar, and I'll open another one!
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Note and review by M. STEPHANE R. Published on 21/09/2016
Not convinced by the glowing reviews, after tasting. On opening, mineral and even salty. Give it time to breathe before serving. Perhaps even too young yet. A little incomprehensible, lacking coherence.
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Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 16/09/2016
A priori a premature tasting for this song of the garrigues, yet it's hard to resist right now. Ample, round and very fruity on the palate, with soft tannins and aromas of balsamic, ripe cherries and spices. If you liked this wine, take the plunge and try the Cuvée Sentenelle 310, at altitude of course.
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Note and review by M. ALEXANDRE P. Published on 16/07/2016
Good wine. Deserves a good hour of aeration or a few years in the cellar to fully appreciate.
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Note and review by M. MICHEL D. Published on 28/06/2016
Excellent, already tasting very well, beautiful structure, powerful and balanced. A wine full of charm, at a friendly price. I recommend it without restraint.
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Note and review by M. OLIVIER D. Published on 16/06/2016
A wonderful discovery. Very vegetal aromas that blend well with black fruit and spices. Drink it or forget it for a few years.
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Note and review by M. LUDOVIC A. Published on 13/06/2016
very fruity wine, pleasant on the palate a delight
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Note and review by M. THOMAS B. Published on 26/01/2022
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