Banyuls
Banyuls are vinified by direct pressing or maceration, and aged in bottles, foudres, barrels, demi-muids or glass carboys. They evolve over time to bring out a wide range of colors and aromas, in sweet, semi-sweet or dry types. Some even possess the famous "rancio" tastes, those distinctive aromas that can only come from long, patient ageing in an oxidizing environment. These characteristics can be found in some of the vintages offered by Domaine de la Rectorie, Domaine Coume del Mas and Domaine du Mas Blanc.
There are several types of Banyuls wine. Traditional" Banyuls, the most common, symbolize the great tradition, and are tiled wines aged in an oxidizing environment for many years. Rimage" or "Vintage" Banyuls, made only in the best vintages, are long-macerated, extracted wines mutated on grapes. To preserve their fruitiness, freshness and power, they are bottled quickly (6 to 12 months after harvest). Banyuls Rimage or Mise Tardive "Vintage" wines are made on the same principle as the previous ones, and are aged for one to three years in foudres or toasted barrels to round out the tannins and refine the aromas, which then acquire fabulous complexity. Last but not least, Banyuls blanc, with its brilliant straw-yellow color and floral notes mingling with citrus and white fruits. Traditionally, the best cuvées are aged to produce golden Banyuls, also known as amber Banyuls.
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Domaine de la Rectorie - Banyuls Léon Parcé 2022
93/100 RVF
"The wood is still prominent, but that doesn't matter, the wine has a mass capable of digesting it. In the meantime, we enjoy the slightly licorice sweetness on notes of cinnamon, cardamom and black figs. Structured without being heady, the wine finishes on a perfect touch of mint." (Le Guide RVF 2025)
Domaine de la Rectorie - Banyuls Rimage Thérèse Reig 2023
92/100 James Suckling
From a plot planted mainly with Grenache Noir, but also with a little Carignan. This grain-matured wine reveals a generous palate of red and black fruits, blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry. Perfect for laying down!
Coume del Mas - Banuyls Galateo 2023 (50 cl)
91/100 RVF
The color is a blend of purple and black, with fruity, woody and spicy aspects on the nose. The palate is generous, with a certain warmth, giving a velvety, fruity sensation.
Pietri-Geraud - Banyuls Cuvée Méditerranée 2017
5/5 (1 review)
Médaille d'Or Vignerons Indépendants
Halfway between a traditional Banyuls and a rimage, ageing plays an essential role here. The nose is intense with very cooked fruit, and the palate is also reminiscent of dried fig, blueberry liqueur, prune, a hint of cherry in alcohol and roasted aromas. A perfect match for blue-veined cheeses, duck breast with figs and desserts with chocolate or jam.
Coume del Mas - Banuyls Quintessence 2019 (50 cl)
93/100 Coup de Cœur RVF
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1*Étoile Hachette
"The short time in barrel before bottling has not disturbed the garnet color of this rimage, but has given it lovely toasty notes accompanying ripe fruit, blackcurrant bud and a hint of fig and caramel attesting to the beginning of evolution. Tannins add a virile touch to a soft, expressive palate, where black cherry combines with the minerality of the maquis". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2023)
Clos Saint Sébastien - Banyuls Inspiration Ardente Hors d'âge (50cl)
3.7/5 (3 reviews)
The nose of this Banyuls is full-bodied, with aromas of prune and fig, as well as hints of roasting. Surprisingly fresh, the palate is captivating with notes of candied oranges, spices and coffee.
Domaine La Tour Vieille - Banyuls Reserva
4.1/5 (11 reviews)
16/20 Bettane & Desseauve
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91/100 RVF
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90/100 Robert Parker
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1*Étoile Hachette
"More maritime and charming with its light rancio, Reserva is fine, gourmand with a cocoa-flavored palate supported by fine spices." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 - RVF). Partly aged in the sun, this is a beautifully crafted bottle with perfect balance!
Clos Saint Sébastien - Banyuls Empreintes 2018
3.8/5 (4 reviews)
1*Étoile Hachette
The nose is rich and complex, with red and black fruits, cocoa and spices. The smooth unctuous and suave, structured by purity of fruit, freshness and deliciousness: strawberries, cherries and blackcurrants are magnified.
Domaine de la Rectorie - Banyuls Pierre Rapidel 2009
5/5 (1 review)
15/20 RVF
"Amber, candied, this sapid wine evokes a sugary sweetness". (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2020- RVF) A superb Banyuls offering all the potential of its terroir, with notes of candied fruit, cocoa and sweet spices. Gourmet pleasure guaranteed!
Domaine La Tour Vieille - Banyuls Rimage Mise Tardive 2016
3.8/5 (6 reviews)
15,5/20 RVF
"This pleasant evocation of red fruit coulis, with a touch of blackberry, is carried by a lively, fine structure. A Banyuls with delicate fruitiness and discreet alcohol." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2019 - RVF) This 100% Grenache Noir, aged 15 months in oak barrels, will be the finishing touch to a fine meal, accompanying fresh ewe's milk and blue cheeses, or a chocolate dessert. A Roussillon delight!
Coume del Mas - Banyuls Grand Cru 2005
4.5/5 (2 reviews)
92/100 Robert Parker
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17,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve
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16,5/20 RVF
"Deep coffee-colored, the 2005 Banyuls Grand Cru is a deep, rich, full-bodied wine with a chocolate dessert character. It delivers notes of espresso, figs, caramel and spices. It's a hint dominated by chocolate, but it's loaded with a ton of fruit and nicely balanced." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker)
Domaine Berta Maillol - Banyuls Rimage 2015 (vin doux naturel)
3.8/5 (15 reviews)
3*Coup de Coeur Hachette
Le rimage" is the translation of "vintage" and the term used by Banyulencs to designate the "wine of the year". Grenache noir, long maceration, ageing on lees, a few months in barrel, and there you have it, deep black, very open to red fruit, with the toasty note of ageing in wood and the softer, finely milky note of regular stirring on lees. The palate is greedy, unctuous and fleshy, with remarkably fine tannins; cherry and blackcurrant meet a savory spicy note. A marvel with dark chocolate or sweet and savory dishes". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2018)
Coume del Mas - Banyuls
4.3/5 (3 reviews)
The estate's latest cuvée, Banyuls Tradition is a 100% Grenache noir matured in vats and foudres in an oxidative style. A perfect match for chocolate desserts or an aged Comté cheese.
Coume del Mas - Banyuls blanc 2016
4/5 (1 review)
Made exclusively from Grenache Gris grapes, Banyul Blanc reveals ripe, exotic flavors, supported by a hint of vanilla. On the palate, with a remarkable balance between alcohol and sugar, it's fresh and delicious. Soak up the sun!
Domaine du Mas Blanc - Banyuls Rimage 2012
2/5 (1 review)
Its tile-red color heralds a wine with white-fruit aromas and a beautiful, concentrated, pleasant, well-balanced fruitiness on the palate that augurs first-rate aging. A must-have from the estate, a true ambassador and master of Banyuls...
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