92/100
Robert Parker
"Mainly from the village of Sarrians, this 2016 Vacqueyras is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, fermented with around 60% whole clusters. Powerful and supple, it reveals lush hints of blackberry and chocolate, delicious aromas, through dry spices on a long finish. Drink over the next 4-5 years." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker 2018)
Features
Estate
Patrick Lesec
Vintage
2016
Designation
Vacqueyras
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
80% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Terroirs
Sarrians plateau
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
At optimum maturity
Winemaking
35% whole bunch vinified, 85% destemmed, maceration for about 20 days
Breeding
80% in vats and 20% in barrels for one to four years
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep garnet-red colour
Nose
Red fruit (blackcurrant, black cherry), violet
Mouth
Powerful and fleshy, with spicy notes and flavors of plum and blueberry, this is a wine of character.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with stuffed quail, chicken mafé, civet, cheeses such as cantal or saint-nectaire, and spicy dishes (tajine, beef samoussa, spicy pork...).
Patrick Lesec
Vacqueyras
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2018 guide) 92/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2018) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Mainly from the village of Sarrians, this 2016 Vacqueyras is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, fermented with around 60% whole clusters. Powerful and supple, it reveals lush hints of blackberry and chocolate, delicious aromas, passing through dry spices on a long finish. Drink within 4-5 years.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.6/5
out of 16 reviews
Note and review by M. JEAN A. Published on 22/01/2019
Correct but too restrained ..we're in need!
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