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Domaine Maby

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Domaine Maby
Domaine Maby, after several generations of winemakers, remains a family estate, located in the very birthplace of Côtes du Rhône, just north of Avignon. The estate's sixty hectares cover three appellations - Tavel, Lirac, Côtes du Rhône - and Vins de Pays des Coteaux de Cèze.

Domaine Maby is committed to environmentally-friendly viticulture, and has signed a Sustainable Agriculture contract. Tavel and Lirac share the same terroir of rolled pebbles as Châteauneuf du Pape. These pebbles, plucked from the Alps by the impetuous Rhône River in prehistoric times, enable the grapes to reach perfect ripeness, storing heat during the day and releasing it at night.

Domaine Maby 's Tavel is made from nine grape varieties, dominated by Grenache and Cinsault, which give this famous rosé its fruity, spicy character. A low-temperature fermentation lasting one to two days gives it a shimmering color ranging from light rosé to ruby, and very supple tannins that give it great ageing potential. Slow, low-temperature fermentation preserves all the fruitiness of this wine. Domaine Maby 's red Lirac is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. The white Lirac is a blend of Grenache, Clairette and Picpoul. The Grenache brings a pronounced fruity character (apricot, pear), the Clairette roundness, and the Picpoul freshness, giving this wine great balance and ageing potential.

In 2021, the steady work of the domaine and its manager, Richard Maby , was rewarded by the Guide Hachette, which named him Winemaker of the Year 2021 in the southern Rhône Valley.

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Domaine Maby - Tavel La Forcadière 2022

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3.3/5 (3 reviews)

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Double Médaille d'Or Gilbert & Gaillard

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91/100 Wine Enthusiast

suave
gourmet
ripe fruit
rosé de saignée

"A cherry and strawberry jam!"

"Together, Grenache Noir and Cinsault typically make up around 60% of this cuvée, while Grenache Blanc, Mourvèdre and Syrah make up most of the rest. Tavel la Forcadiere 2022 is a medium-translucent ruby in the glass, with a hint of copper. On the nose, scents of crushed stone join notes of ripe cherry and strawberry, while the full-bodied palate is remarkably taut, supported by generous acidity. The wine finishes strong, with plenty of persistent citrus notes and a slightly silky texture." (Wine Advocate 2023)

Domaine Maby - Lirac La Fermade blanc 2023

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5/5 (1 review)

Double Médaille d'Or Gilbert & Gaillard

(Vintage 2022 notes)
fruity
floral
freshness
poultry
fish
aperitif

"A pure pleasure

A surprisingly fresh balance for this lovely Lirac white. Composed of Grenache blanc, Picpoul, Clairette and Ugni Blanc for liveliness, the nose opens with fruit, citrus and white flowers. The palate is well balanced, reflecting all the minerality of the Lirac terroir. A lovely white for pure pleasure!

Domaine Maby - Lirac La Fermade rouge 2021

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89/100 Gilbert & Gaillard

powerful
black fruits
prime rib

"Harmonious Lirac

"Intense color with youthful highlights. Attractive nose combining morello cherry, red fruit, liquorice, spices and a hint of animal. Silky, taut palate that quietly unfurls its rich young flavors with ripe, supportive tannins. Harmonious, saline finish. (Gilbert & Gaillard)

Domaine Maby - Lirac Nessun Dorma 2021

1*Étoile Hachette

syrah
wooded
spicy
complex
silky
red meat

"A high-flying Lirac!

"If Nessun dorma is an aria from a Puccini opera, in the glass the tenor is called Syrah (85%) and imposes its own tempo. Candied black fruits, spices and juniper mingle on the bouquet. The palate offers a seductive, fresh and concentrated texture, supported by firm tannins still somewhat under the yoke of ageing (30% new wood). A well-orchestrated harmony". (Le Guide Hachette 2024)

Domaine Maby - Tavel Cuvée Prima Donna 2022

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4/5 (4 reviews)

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92/100 Robert Parker

(Vintage 2021 notes)
fruity
gourmet
citrus
poultry
gastronomy

"Rosé de gastonomes

With this new vintage, Prima Donna achieves its full potential: a rosé for gourmets, with just the right amount of power, freshness and deliciousness on the palate. It offers powerful aromas of red fruit and citrus, in a concentrated mouth with a silky structure. The quintessence of the Southern Rhône in a splendid Tavel!

Domaine Maby - Lirac Bel Canto 2017

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3.7/5 (3 reviews)

94/100 Jeb Dunnuck

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94/100 Gilbert & Gaillard

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92/100 Wine Spectator

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91/100 Robert Parker

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14/20 Bettane & Desseauve

grenache
concentrate
deep

"A great vintage

"The 2017 Lirac Bel Canto - a 100% Grenache cuvée aged in demi-muids - has attractive aromas of peppery roasted meat, caramel, black cherry and cola. On the palate, it's full-bodied, rich and velvety, with an intense, mellow finish." (Wine Advocate) Richard Maby's dream vintage!

Domaine Maby - Lirac Casta Diva 2018

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4.1/5 (7 reviews)

91/100 Jeb Dunnuck

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90/100 Robert Parker

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93/100 Gilbert & Gaillard

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91/100 Wine Spectator

"La grande cuvée white

"A blend of 60% Viognier and 40% Grenache Blanc, this richly textured white balances the opulence of oak-fermented Viognier with the peachy freshness of Grenache Blanc. Fragrances of vanilla and smoke are present on the nose, but integrate perfectly on the palate. The finish is subtle and elegant". (Wine Enthusiast 2020)

Domaine Maby - Côtes-du-Rhône Variations 2017

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3.8/5 (4 reviews)

1*Étoile Hachette

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89/100 Robert Parker

"Four grape varieties are combined in this full-bodied, warm cuvée with accents of blueberry, blackberry and spice. These warm, candied aromas are echoed on the supple palate, with silky tannins and a delicately floral (violet) finish. A charming, convivial wine to open now. (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2020) Superb value for money.

Domaine Maby - Côtes-du-Rhône Variations 2016

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4.1/5 (8 reviews)

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89/100 Robert Parker

"Côtes du Rhône Variations 2016 is a blend of Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre-Carignan from two parcels outside Lirac, over 50 years old. Hints of pepper spice the nose, while the palate delivers notes of red plum and apricot. Medium-bodied, supple in texture and dangerously drinkable. This superb value should be enjoyed for a few more years." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker)

Domaine Maby - Tavel Libiamo 2016

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3/5 (3 reviews)

91/100 Robert Parker

"Barrel-fermented, Tavel Libiamo 2016 is a blend of Grenache Noir and Grenache Blanc. This full-bodied, richly textured rosé has notes of vanilla and sweet spices that complement more traditional tangerine and cherry, and proves to be gourmand, velvety and warm on a long finish." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker)

Domaine Maby - Côtes-du-Rhône Variations 2016

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4/5 (4 reviews)

1*Étoile Hachette

(2015 vintage notes)

Variations en blanc opens with a clean, expressive nose, with floral and brioche accents. On the palate, the wine is homogeneous, fruit-driven, with hints of ripe apple and white peach, and a very personal finish that makes a fine match with fish and seafood... A seductive cuvée!

Domaine Maby - Lirac La Fermade 2015

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3.8/5 (5 reviews)

91/100 Robert Parker

(2014 vintage notes)

In its intense pink, almost red color, La Fermade rosé is already showing its intensity: aromas of spices, red fruit and blood orange mingle in the glass. The palate is full-bodied, with supple tannins. It's a rosé with plenty of character that's sure to please at any springtime table.

Domaine Maby - Côtes-du-Rhône Variations 2013

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3.1/5 (7 reviews)

Domaine Maby's rosé is delicious and easy to drink, with a discreet, mineral and fruity nose. The palate is delicious, with aromas of ripe citrus fruit and a pleasant toasted touch. A vinous, expressive rosé whose freshness is much appreciated. A Côtes-du-Rhône not to be missed!

Domaine Maby - Baroques 2011

Cuvée Baroques is a straightforward Vin de Pays, revealing a fruity nose of cherry and red fruit... It has a supple attack on the palate, with a light body and a clear fruity expression. A wine that is immediately accessible, pleasant and easy to drink. With charcuterie or grilled red meat...

Domaine Maby - Lirac Cuvée Prestige Rouge 2007

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4.5/5 (4 reviews)

Note: Guide Hachette Coup de Coeur+ 2**(remarkable wine)
"Generous, full-bodied and remarkably long, with silky tannins and woody tannins, the palate confirms that we are in the presence of a great wine, the fruit of perfectly controlled extraction". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2010)