January 2024

Lirac Rouge Cuvée Marie 2017, 92 Points "The 2017 Lirac Cuvee Marie derives mainly (90%) from 100 years-old Grenache vines, with a smattering of other permitted varieties. Aged nine months in Demi-muids, il delivers scent of brandied cherries, cinnamom and cardamom. Full-bodied, lush and

Côtes du Rhône, Cuvée Bonheur Rouge 2019, 3*** Coup de Coeur "This cuvée was close to a "coup de coeur" in its 2018 version, and this year it's up there with the highest mark. A classic blend of Grenache and Syrah, but with an unusual

Lirac Rouge Cuvée Marie 2016, 2 **. "A top-of-the-range cuvée produced only in great vintages, featuring century-old Grenache grapes. A wine for laying down, it is currently on the back burner, but has a bright future ahead of it: dense, fleshy body, tight structure,

14.5/15 Cuvée Bonheur:"Cherry, hint of kirsch, tender, refined, fine tannins, pleasant astringency, tasty, clean finish."

Cuvée Bonheur Rouge, CDR 2021, 3 stars Coup de Cœur " This cuvée collects stars and favorites, and once again this year, it didn't fail. A parity of Grenache and Syrah in this stunning red, with its deep color and complex, highly floral bouquet of