Marcel Richaud - L'Ebrescade 2010

Name: Marcel Richaud - L'Ebrescade 2010
Brand: Domaine Marcel Richaud
Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews)

Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages|Red wine|Organic

Rhône

Red

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4.5/5 (6 customers)

Note : RVF 16,5/20
"Produced from a slightly more pronounced ageing process, L'Ebrescade rises in elegance both on the nose and on the palate, with a fine grain and fruit that provide a lovely freshness." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2014 - RVF). A red with beautiful tertiary notes evoking black plum, leather and damp earth... A great vintage from the estate!

Features

Estate

Domaine Marcel Richaud

Cuvée

L'Ebrescade

Vintage

2010

Designation

Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

34% Syrah, 34% Mourvèdre, 32% Grenache

Terroirs

terroir de l'Ebrescade, vines located on the high hills bordering Cairanne and Rasteau

Viticulture

working with respect for soil life

Winemaking

natural approach to winemaking

Breeding

in barrels and demi-muids

Organic

Yes

Tasting & pairing

Eye

deep, dense garnet-red colour

Nose

on beautiful tertiary notes evoking black plum, leather and damp earth

Mouth

voluminous, fat and chiselled, expressive fruit, a hint of smoke and spice. Roundness and finesse of tannins, long spicy finish.

Serve

at 14-16°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink from

2013

Drink before

2019

Food and wine pairing

A déguster sur des viandes rouges, des viandes grillées, un plateau de fromages...<br/>

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Expert opinion

Bettane & Desseauve

Domaine rated (guide 2021) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)

About the domain :

Certain winegrowers alone can evoke an entire appellation, and the charismatic Marcel Richaud is one of them. He was undoubtedly instrumental in establishing the reputation of the latest Côtes du Rhône Sud crus. A visionary and pioneer of parcel-based winegrowing, he still dreams of a Burgundy-style climat classification, and with 45 vintages under his belt, he is as hands-off as possible in the cellar and in the vineyard. Like a certain Emmanuel Reynaud, he accompanies his grapes to optimum ripeness, producing wines that are both gourmand and elegant, a real signature. All the wines tasted this year are highly commendable and remarkably consistent. The young generation who joined the family business a few years ago are determined to perpetuate the house's know-how. Nevertheless, as if to mark a turning point, Claire and Thomas have acquired an additional 20 hectares, half of which adjoins the famous Ebrescades parcel, auguring lovely surprises to come. Most recently, Edith, the youngest daughter, gave in to the siren call of the vines; after a brilliant Parisian career in the luxury sector, she finally settled in the charming little village of Cairanne, bringing an additional asset to the beautiful Richaud tribe.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Domaine rated (guide 2021) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, because of their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning connoisseurs).

About the domain :

There are very few winemakers in France as demanding and complete, from vine to cellar, as Marcel Richaud. He has reached the pinnacle of his art now that he has a winery and ageing facility to match his ambitions. For the wine lover, this producer's work is a blessing. His entire range reaches a remarkable level and is immediately seductive. Year after year, the wines gain in finesse and precision, while respecting their southern balance and maturity.

Customer reviews

Customer rating

4.5/5

out of 6 reviews