"A classic blend of Grenache (70%) and Syrah is at the origin of this outstanding Lirac. The color is dense, deep and black, the nose complex, elegant and intense, with ripe black fruits, spices and tobacco. The palate is exceptionally powerful, concentrated and very long, backed by fine, velvety tannins. To be reserved for a choice dish". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2017)
Features
Estate
Domaine Lafond Roc-Epine
Vintage
2014
Designation
Lirac
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
70% Grenache, 30% Syrah
Terroirs
stony, sandy soils on red terraces of rolled pebbles
Viticulture
certified organic
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
Total destemming. Long vatting period of 21 days.
Breeding
3 to 4 months in new barrels, then 6 months in bottle
Alcohol content
14%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
ruby robe
Nose
of fresh black fruits and spices
Mouth
ripe, full-bodied, crisp and juicy.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with a charcuterie platter, wild boar stew, grilled beef...
Domain Lafond Roc-Epine
Lirac
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2017 guide) 3*Favorite (Exceptional wine)
Domain rated (guide 2023) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
A classic blend of Grenache (70%) and Syrah is at the origin of this outstanding Lirac. The color is dense, deep and black, with a complex, elegant and intense nose of ripe black fruits, spices and tobacco. The palate is exceptionally powerful, concentrated and very long, backed by fine, velvety tannins. Best served with a choice meal.
About the domain :
The flagship of the Tavel and Lirac appellations, as well as a leading producer of Châteauneuf and Côtes-du-Rhône, this estate, whose origins date back to the late 18th century, has been run by Pascal Lafond since 1990. Its vast organic vineyard, certified as of 2012, now covers 95 ha in four appellations.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2016 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.8/5
on 141 reviews
Note and review by M. MARC L. Published on 18/11/2023
Very good, I come back regularly
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Note and review by M. ERWANN A. Published on 31/05/2020
Too much to expect... This wine should be drunk within 2/3 years.
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Note and review by M. ERIC S. Published on 29/03/2020
Good southern wine.
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Note and review by M. OLIVIER R. Published on 15/04/2019
Good value for money.
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Note and review by M. NICOLAS C. Published on 26/09/2018
Super wine, good length and variety of flavors an excellent cote du rhone
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Note and review by M. FREDERIC B. Published on 16/08/2018
A lovely, fleshy, full-bodied wine. Good length with stuffed tomatoes.
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Note and review by M. BERTRAND C. Published on 03/06/2018
Dark red color, very present nose: red fruit, blond tobacco, good body, powerful. Best the next day.
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Note and review by M. ANDREA J. Published on 29/03/2018
Erbacee. Alcoolico. Volgare
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Note and review by M. PHILIPPE G. Published on 29/06/2017
A little disappointed by the advertising, with a perceived acidity that bothers me from the outset. Well, there's still hope that I'll change my mind at the next boutanche.
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Note and review by M. PIERRE B. Published on 25/05/2017
Concentrated, long finish
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