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Corne Loup Lirac Rouge
Domaine Corne Loup
France - Rhone Valley - Lirac AOC   

This Lirac blend of Grenache/Syrah/Mourvèdre comes from 40-year-old vines on average, with the oldest vines at 80 years old. Dark ruby red color with aromas of red berries, licorice and garrigue. The flavors are complex and rich, showing red and black fruits with spice, and silky tannins.

Specifications
Appellation
Lirac AOC
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre
Age of vines
40 years (average)
Soil type
Sandy marl with small pebble stones
Pairings

Lamb, duck, turkey, red meat, game and cheese.

Reviews and News

2021 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 92 PTS - IWR

2021 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 92 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"A semi-opaque, dark fruited bottling with spice, black pepper, violets and earth. Traditional in style, it’s broad and mouth filling with tangy acidity on a concentrated, layered palate. A blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre from 40-year-old vines. - Don WINKLER"

- International Wine Review (Kysela Père et Fils Importer: 30 Years Importing High Quality, High Value Wines ; July 26th 2024), 92 pts

2020 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 92 PTS - WE
2017 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 89 PTS - JD
2016 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 91 PTS - WE
2015 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 90 PTS - WA
2015 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 90 PTS - JD
2015 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 89 PTS - WE
2011 Corne Loup Lirac Rouge - 87 PTS - WA

Producer Information: Domaine Corne Loup

In 1966, the Lafond family purchased 3 hectares in Tavel. They initially sold the production to a cooperative, but soon began selling wine under their own label. Today, Jacques Lafond ...
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