Domaine Philippe Gilbert - Menetou-Salon Les Renardières 2012
Loire
Red
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Drink or Keep
90+/100
Robert Parker
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15,5/20
RVF
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15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"Cuvée Les Renardières rouge 2012 opens with a wild, spicy (pepper) 45-year-old Pinot Noir. Similar to some of Austria's finest Blaufränkisch, it offers fleshy fruit, with notes of black berries, cherry and chocolate. On the palate, the resemblance to a ripe, full-bodied Blaufränkisch persists, thanks to its meaty, powerful yet silky texture. The dark fruit is cut by lively acidity and intense chocolate flavors. The grain of the tannins is fine and the minerality reinforces the drinkability of this excellent Pinot." (Wine Advocate 2014 - Robert Parker)
Features
Estate
Domaine Philippe Gilbert
Cuvée
Les Renardières
Vintage
2012
Designation
Menetou-Salon
Region
Loire
Grape varieties
100% Pinot Noir
Terroirs
Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils, dominated by siliceous limestone. South-east exposure
Viticulture
certified biodynamic
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
in temperature-controlled tanks, without yeasting
Alcohol content
13%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
deep red with garnet highlights
Nose
Initially with smoky notes, followed by aromas of red berries (strawberry, raspberry) and black berries (blueberry).
Mouth
supple attack, generous consistency, greedy texture. Beautiful freshness. Melted tannins with notes of black fruit.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with game, terrines, a selection of fresh cheeses...
Domaine Philippe Gilbert
Menetou-Salon
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated (2015 guide) 15.5/20 (Very good wine)
Estate rated (2016 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
Lovely fresh length with cherry pit aromas and a spicy finish.
About the domain :
Philippe Gilbert is a winemaker of the utmost integrity, and for several vintages now has been working in the most natural way possible. The domaine has just launched a wine bar, Le Fluteau, featuring the estate's wines and those of winemaker friends.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2014 guide) 90+/100 (Wonderful wine)
About the wine:
Cuvée Les Renardières rouge 2012 opens with a wild, spicy (pepper) 45-year-old Pinot Noir. Similar to some of Austria's finest Blaufränkisch, it offers fleshy fruit, with notes of black berries, cherry and chocolate. On the palate, the resemblance to a ripe, full-bodied Blaufränkisch persists, thanks to its meaty, powerful yet silky texture. The dark fruit is cut by lively acidity and intense chocolate flavors. Fine-grained tannins and minerality enhance the drinkability of this excellent Pinot.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated (2015 guide) 15.5/20 (Good wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2016) Sélectionné (We remind you that this guide is a prize list and as such, all the estates that appear in it, even without a star, represent, in our eyes, the excellence of French production).
About the wine:
The 2012 reds offer fine, floral Pinot fruit with sapid tannins, again with more density in Les Renardières, but less immediate charm.
About the domain :
Owner Philippe Gilbert has been working with oenologist Jean-Philippe Louis since the estate's qualitative revival twelve years ago. He is notably responsible for the conversion of the vineyard to biodynamic viticulture (Biodyvin label). The Renardières cuvées are made from the oldest Pinot Noir and Sauvignon vines. In recent vintages, the whites have taken on a breath of fresh air and saline length. After a very woody period, the reds have gained in finesse, without losing their maturity, and are gradually gaining in precision.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. BENJAMIN F. Published on 02/09/2018
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