Winery - Domaine de la Mordorée
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Deep dark ruby color. Prevailing aromas of cedar, vanilla, mocha, baked black fruit with some black olive and gamy notes. Full-bodied, muscular and tannic, powerful with ample flavors of kirsch, stewed plum, vanilla and spice make way for a long, chewy, brooding finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This medium- to full-bodied rosé features bold aromas of lime, mineral and ripe cherries, while the flavors run toward white chocolate, citrus and red fruits. There’s a satisfyingly fatty character to this wine’s flavors and texture, persisting through the long finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
From its lovely bouquet of dried flowers and spices to its voluptuous mouthfeel, this knockout has it all. Perfectly ripe (not overripe) black cherries form the foundation, garnished by complex notes of garrigue, and framed by a firm, ageworthy structure. Why pay more for Châteauneuf-du-Pape when you can drink this now and over the next decade?
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A dark, brooding wine, packed with wood and dry tannin flavors. At the same time, the fruit is huge, with chocolate, dark plum, cassis and sweetness. This is a dense wine that is going to be hugely impressive after 5 years of aging. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit pricey for Lirac, but this is very good wine—easily the equal of most white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Exotic tropical fruit comes through on the nose and palate, including hints of papaya and guava. It’s creamy-textured, accented by spicy, peppery nuances. Drink now–2008.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A terrific expression of its appellation, the 2007 La Dame Rousse from Domaine de la Mordorée starts off a bit tight and minerally on the nose, then explodes on the palate with layers of cherries, peaches, warm stones and dried spices. It’s full-bodied and rich, with a long, spice-driven finish. Treat it like a light red, serving it with charcuterie or simple grilled meats, and drink it over the next year or so.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A blend of one-third each Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, year-in and year-out this is among Lirac's top wines, if not the top. In 2003, it's rich, ripe and a touch alcoholic, but still boasts well-defined aromas of plum and spice. In the mouth, it's like liquid chocolate fudge--velvety, yet never ponderous or heavy. Ready to drink now, but should last up to 10 years.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A little closed and funky at first but it opened up to plummy, blackberry and forest floor aromas. Bold, brash fruit intensity on the palate showing lots of ripe jammy fruit. chocolate and licorice. Full-bodied, fresh with crunchy tannins to support the rich texture.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Made from a 50-50 blend of Merlot and Marselan, this budget-priced entrée to the wines of Domaine de la Mordorée features lovely spice and leather shadings and a wonderfully silky, medium-weight texture in the mouth. Let’s hope that the Delorme brothers can expand this production without compromising quality.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Mordorée’s entry-level Lirac features plummy, almost blueberry-like fruit accented by hints of coffee and spice. It’s medium to full bodied, with a firm but ripe structure and a long, velvety finish. Drink now–2015.
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