LAURUS 2018 - Syrah - Hermitage, Rhone Valley - France
LAURUS - Syrah - Hermitage, Rhone Valley - France
Classic scorched earth, burning embers, cassis, and peppery notes emerge from the 2018 Hermitage Laurus. This medium to full-bodied beauty has a rounded, elegant texture, present yet ripe tannins, and a great finish. There are certainly plenty of tannins here, but the balance is spot on.» Jeb Dunnuck, 2020 Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
FRANCE
Rhône Valley
Syrah
Product Description
Description
Multifaceted aromas of violets, mocha, brown sugar and cinnamon turn into a dark, rich, savory blend of flavors on the palate. Full-bodied, tannic and long.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
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Meat
Leg of lamb, roasted chicken.
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Legumes
Grisets mushrooms from the Mont Ventoux mountain, truffle risotto.
Accolades
Awards
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points
An American wine critic and journalist specialised in domestic, Bordeaux and Rhone Valley wines and is a former writer for The Wine Advocate.
Jancis Robinson 16 Points
Internationally recognised British wine journalist and critic, Jancis Robinson is one of the few influential women in wine and is among the top educators in the industry.
Critique Review
"Classic scorched earth, burning embers, cassis, and peppery notes emerge from the 2018 Hermitage Laurus. This medium to full-bodied beauty has a rounded, elegant texture, present yet ripe tannins, and a great finish. There are certainly plenty of tannins here, but the balance is spot on."
Jeb Dunnuck, 2020Wine Facts
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Syrah |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Region | Rhône Valley |
| Country | FRANCE |
| Winemakers | Veronique Torcolacci |
| Producer | Gabriel Meffre |
| Average age of vines | 30 to 35 years |
| Production method | 39 hl/ha on average |
| Harvest method | Manual |
| Fermentation & maceration | After alcoholic fermentation in a vat, the wines underwent malolactic fermentation in 275-litre oak Laurus barrels. |
| Aging | Elevage on fine lees over a period of 14 months. |
| Alcohol | 15% |
| Mouth Attribute | Full-bodied, Long Finish, Tannic |
| Nose Attribute | Chocolate, Floral, Spices |
| Density | 6000 vines/ha |
| SKU | RH133 |
Vineyard Info
The story of the Gabriel Meffre Winery began in 1936, when Gabriel and his wife, both passionate about wine, created their ‘Négociant-Vinificateur’ business in Gigondas. More than 80 years later, the family business has built on its strong foundations and has established its reputation as a leading Winery in the southern Rhone Valley. LAURUS means ‘Laurel’ in Latin, a Roman symbol of excellence. Here excellence is all about “terroir”: the grapes are grown on parcels selected for their ability to express the very best of each Appellation. The term “terroir” encompasses a soil, a climate and people. Here it is expressed through sustainable partnerships with wine-growers who share our vision. The maturing process in 275-litre Laurus barrels refines the structure, producing complex wines with plenty of character and good cellaring potential. The LAURUS HERMITAGE plots are selected on the Eastern sector of the Hermitage hills, on alluvial terraces of the Rhone river - 200 meters high.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Multifaceted aromas of violets, mocha, brown sugar and cinnamon turn into a dark, rich, savory blend of flavors on the palate. Full-bodied, tannic and long.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
-
Meat
Leg of lamb, roasted chicken.
-
Legumes
Grisets mushrooms from the Mont Ventoux mountain, truffle risotto.
Awards
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points
An American wine critic and journalist specialised in domestic, Bordeaux and Rhone Valley wines and is a former writer for The Wine Advocate.
Jancis Robinson 16 Points
Internationally recognised British wine journalist and critic, Jancis Robinson is one of the few influential women in wine and is among the top educators in the industry.
Critique Review
"Classic scorched earth, burning embers, cassis, and peppery notes emerge from the 2018 Hermitage Laurus. This medium to full-bodied beauty has a rounded, elegant texture, present yet ripe tannins, and a great finish. There are certainly plenty of tannins here, but the balance is spot on."
Jeb Dunnuck, 2020| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Syrah |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Region | Rhône Valley |
| Country | FRANCE |
| Winemakers | Veronique Torcolacci |
| Producer | Gabriel Meffre |
| Average age of vines | 30 to 35 years |
| Production method | 39 hl/ha on average |
| Harvest method | Manual |
| Fermentation & maceration | After alcoholic fermentation in a vat, the wines underwent malolactic fermentation in 275-litre oak Laurus barrels. |
| Aging | Elevage on fine lees over a period of 14 months. |
| Alcohol | 15% |
| Mouth Attribute | Full-bodied, Long Finish, Tannic |
| Nose Attribute | Chocolate, Floral, Spices |
| Density | 6000 vines/ha |
| SKU | RH133 |
The story of the Gabriel Meffre Winery began in 1936, when Gabriel and his wife, both passionate about wine, created their ‘Négociant-Vinificateur’ business in Gigondas. More than 80 years later, the family business has built on its strong foundations and has established its reputation as a leading Winery in the southern Rhone Valley. LAURUS means ‘Laurel’ in Latin, a Roman symbol of excellence. Here excellence is all about “terroir”: the grapes are grown on parcels selected for their ability to express the very best of each Appellation. The term “terroir” encompasses a soil, a climate and people. Here it is expressed through sustainable partnerships with wine-growers who share our vision. The maturing process in 275-litre Laurus barrels refines the structure, producing complex wines with plenty of character and good cellaring potential. The LAURUS HERMITAGE plots are selected on the Eastern sector of the Hermitage hills, on alluvial terraces of the Rhone river - 200 meters high.
