Winery - Domaine Viret
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A blend of 80% Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvèdre that matured in vat for close to two years, this is a tremendously spice-driven wine, offering plenty of clove and cinnamon aromatics. Yet it's also round and supple in the mouth, marked by cherry and leather flavors that form a solid base for the spicy complexities.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit less cinnamon and clove than the 2003, with more forward, darker fruit flavors like black cherry and plum, yet also more black pepper. Brighter acidity makes it seem more lively and complete. Drink now–2010.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah is more structured than the Renaissance bottling. Starts with almond and smoke aromas, then features plenty of plum and blackberry fruit. A bit tough to warm up to, marked by firm tannins and crisp acidity on the finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
From a single very old parcel of Grenache, this seems a touch overripe. Despite Philippe Viret’s admonition that this wine develops a lot of mineral with age, at this stage I found it raisiny and chocolaty; a good chunky wine, but not particularly stylish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Very ripe; it shows a touch of alcoholic warmth, but it’s also richly textured, velvety and supple. Hints of mint and chocolate accent the lush cassis flavors that glide across the palate. A blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 25% Syrah.
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