M. Chapoutier
La Ciboise Luberon Red Grenache-Syrah Blend
Nice to have this impromptu Chapoutier study during a casual night out with friends. Expectedly, Chapoutier orders their wines pretty well. The "lesser" of the two was certainly lighter and simpler, but one I'd happily grab for over the other when looking for a mid-week drink, and perhaps aptly priced for doing so too. Brambly, peppery, herby aromas lead a bold blue-fruited and spicy palate. The flavours are ripe, yet remains juicy enough courtesy of well-judged acidity and hints of mineral goodness. Chalky tannins and a medium finish. A proper southern Rhone, so can't complain.
Nice to have this impromptu Chapoutier study during a casual night out with friends. Expectedly, Chapoutier orders their wines pretty well. The "lesser" of the two was certainly lighter and simpler, but one I'd happily grab for over the other when looking for a mid-week drink, and perhaps aptly priced for doing so too. Brambly, peppery, herby aromas lead a bold blue-fruited and spicy palate. The flavours are ripe, yet remains juicy enough courtesy of well-judged acidity and hints of mineral goodness. Chalky tannins and a medium finish. A proper southern Rhone, so can't complain.
Sep 16th, 2020Grape jelly on first night, recorked and left it. Settled down by second night but still very jammy.
Grape jelly on first night, recorked and left it. Settled down by second night but still very jammy.
2 people found it helpfulMar 11th, 2015I had the red Rhone blend, not the white.
I had the red Rhone blend, not the white.
1 person found it helpfulSep 19th, 2014Great values in the Luberon. Compares well to Gigondas at half the price.
Great values in the Luberon. Compares well to Gigondas at half the price.
Jan 31st, 2017Lime and brown sugar with off putting metallic finish.
Lime and brown sugar with off putting metallic finish.
Jul 13th, 2014Medium body pale light red. Leathery underripe blackberry raspberry nose with earthy and black pepper notes. Lot of heat. Spicy briary fruit.
Medium body pale light red. Leathery underripe blackberry raspberry nose with earthy and black pepper notes. Lot of heat. Spicy briary fruit.
Apr 16th, 2014