Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Robert Parker - 31 Oct 96
Auguste Clape and his son, Pierre-Marie, continue to be the reference points for Cornas. Compared to the 1995, the 1994 Cornas is also an outstanding effort, but far more open-knit, opulent, and easier to drink at such a young age. The opaque black/ruby c
Drinking Date: 1996 - 2011
Cornas Vineyard Fine Wine

Cornas

Cornas, a prestigious Northern Rhône appellation, is famous for bold, robust Syrah wines. Grown on steep, sun-drenched slopes, these wines are known for their intensity and depth, featuring flavours of dark berries, black pepper, smoked meat, and earthy notes, with strong tannins and excellent ageing potential. Cornas focuses exclusively on 100% Syrah, with granite soils adding to its complexity. Top producers include Domaine Auguste Clape, Thierry Allemand, and Domaine Alain Voge, all celebrated for expressing Cornas's unique terroir.