Domaine de la Mordoree : La Reine des Bois Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2020
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Vinous - A. GalloniDescription
Characteristics and tasting advice for La Reine des Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 from Domaine de la Mordorée
Tasting
Color
Ruby color adorned with intense reflections.
Nose
A complex bouquet mixing red and black fruits, enhanced with nuances of violet and licorice. Over time, evolved aromas of leather and truffle enrich the ensemble.
Palate
Ample and concentrated, the palate reveals a beautiful aromatic intensity that stretches over a long and elegant finish, with fruity and spicy accents of licorice.
Food & wine pairings
This wine pairs ideally with red meats, dishes in sauce, game and soft cheeses.
An ample and complex Red wine from the Rhône Valley
The property
The Domaine de la Mordorée was created in 1986 by Francis Delorme and his son. Located in Tavel, near Avignon, this estate of 60 hectares spread over 38 plots is the perfect expression of appellations such as Tavel, Lirac, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes-du-Rhône, or even Condrieu.
The vineyard
La Reine des Bois is a Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine made from vineyards planted on the Crau plateau, resting on clay-siliceous soils with rolled pebbles.
Vinification and aging
Destemming, crushing and long maceration, up to 30 days. The aging is carried out 20% in barrels and 80% in vats.
Blend
Grenache (75%), syrah (10%), mourvèdre (10%), counoise (3%) and vaccarese (2%).