Christophe Auguste

Domaine Auguste Clape

Côtes du Rhône Red Rhone Blend 2018

Popped and poured into red Solo cups; enjoyed over the course of a couple hours. The 2018 pours a deep ruby/purple with an opaque core; medium viscosity with significant staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of dark brambles, a touch of horse blanket, garrigue, purple flowers, black pepper, leather, and inorganic earth. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. Rustic and ever so becoming. What I would give to have unmitigated access to one of Clape’s most humble wines. Unfortunately, it’s almost harder to get than his Cornas these days. Drink now through 2038. — 18 days ago

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Somm David T

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Really enjoy this producers craft.
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@Somm David T I’ve been very fortunate to drink Clape’s wines, across the range and over the last few decades. They are some of the most special to me.

Domaine Auguste Clape

Renaissance Cornas Syrah 2016

Rich and full bodied. Nose of savoury black plums. So flavoursome - sumptuous, mouth filling and satisfying. One of the more enjoyable reds I’ve had of recent times. From the excellent 2016 vintage. This is the first of 2 bottles. Next one towards the end of 2027 or early 2028. — 3 months ago

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Doug Powers

Doug Powers

I only have older Clape, nothing this young, but it sounds great!!

Maryline et Christophe Billon

Les Corendies Collines Rhodaniennes Syrah 2016

Basically 97% of a Côte Rotie at 1/4 the price. Just a lovely piece of work. All that time in the bottle didn’t hurt — 6 months ago

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Maryline et Christophe Billon

Les Elotins Côte-Rôtie Syrah 2017

Aging well. Elegant and smooth. Sour plums and red cherry. Can taste the nice lavender and the background of viognier. — 9 months ago

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Christophe Foucher

La Lunotte Le Haut Plessis Loire Valley Menu Pineau

Fräscht, smakfull, somrigt, lite smör, päronsplit, syrligt, citron — 6 years ago

Domaine Saint Préfert

Réserve Auguste Favier Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2007

One of my favourite 2007s, and this is my last bottle. And that’s really too bad, it’s still drinking so nicely, still highly enjoyable. — 2 months ago

Château Tour Saint-Christophe

Saint-Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend 2018

Ming L
9.4

The nose opens with waves of ripe black cherry, cassis, plum liqueur, and dark chocolate Beneath the opulence lies impressive complexity with hints of espresso, violets, and peppery spice emerge gradually with air. The palate is dense and supple, showing warmth and generosity. Plenty of nuance beneath the lavish fruit.

Possibly the best value for a St-Emilion GCC. Will need to seek out more.
— 5 months ago

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Joel Lara

Joel Lara

Sounds awesome! I’ve been wanting to explore more Right Bank. Sounds like a good one at a reasonable price.
Ming L

Ming L

@Joel Lara For around $40, I think you will be happy with the purchase.

Christophe et Fils

Chablis Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay 2023

Nose: very fruited.

Palate: fruit. Delicious. Not super mineral. Just a bit. Dense.

The source $33
— 8 months ago

Christophe Lindenlaub

En Équilibre Riesling

Very surprised by this Riesling. Apricot stone fruit without being in-your-face sweet. Has some nice minerality and a super pleasant long-winding finish. — 2 years ago

Domaine Auguste Clape

Le Vin des Amis Syrah 2016

Very nice Syrah, but slightly underwhelming for the price point. Decanted 4 hours and it needs it at this point. Dark dark fruit, olive, some cured meat. — 5 years ago

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Andrew Schirmer

Andrew Schirmer

It was a great buy at its former price point, ~$30.

Christophe Mignon

Brut Champagne Pinot Meunier

The aromas are tropical lemon blossoms and being on a pebble beach. Lemon custard and the hint of pineapple (including that feeling on your tongue that pineapple gives you - in a very light good way) round finish. Vintages 2014/2015. Disgorged 1/6/2018. TBL — 6 years ago

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Domaine Auguste Clape

Cornas Syrah

Lunch with dad and Luigi. Such a great wine, first time trying it. Ton of sediment. Beautiful red fruits, very light bodied, loved it. — a month ago

Christophe Pacalet

Beaujolais-Villages Gamay 2024

Interesting how it comes across as a more serious wine then you get from the region, but then you taste the floral and the lightness, but it’s interesting that the lightness of the wine hides behind the heavy side. My bottle has been open for a bit. I can tell it definitely has that chewy almost ripe fruit, sort of Christmas spices thing going on, very delicious and pairs very well with my meal, but just a different kind of wine you get from the region. Usually, you get the floral and delicate flavors first but not this one. Very interesting and very delicious.  — 5 months ago

Christophe Mignon

Adn de Meunieur Brut Nature Champagne Pinot Meunier

Apples and peach. Citrus acid. Sharp. Excellent value. Should have bought more. — 9 months ago

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Christophe Mignon

Brut Rosé Champagne Pinot Meunier

Strawberries and cranberry, orange and citrus peel, damp earth, vinous 🥰 — 4 years ago

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