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

The wine boasts a light yellow and brilliant color, fine floral and fruity notes. It is fat, ample and powerful in the mouth with a lot of freshness.

Specifications
Appellation
Lirac AOC
Wine Type
White
Varietal(s)
40% Grenache Blanc, 35% Viognier and 25% Roussanne
Age of vines
40 years (average)
Soil type
Sandy marl with small pebble stones
Vinification
Maximum yield authorized is 42hl/ha. Corne Loup has 0.5 hectares (1.23 acres).
First vintage for this wine was 2014.
Production
230 (9-liter cases)

Reviews and News

2018 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 89 PTS - WE

2018 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 89 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 89 pts

 "Dusty mineral tones are demure on the nose initially, but the palate of this full-bodied, juicy blend of Grenache Blanc (40%), Roussanne (30%) and Viognier (30%) offers cutting pineapple and white nectarine flavors. It's a subdued but refreshing wine best enjoyed young. - Anna LEE C. IIJIMA."
- Wine Enthusiast (December 2020), 89 pts

2018 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 87 PTS - WA

2018 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 87 PTS - WA

wa"A blend of 40% Grenache Blanc and 30% each Roussanne and Viognier, the 2018 Lirac Blanc is straightforward and fruity, with notes of pineapple leaves, melon and citrus. It's medium-bodied, with an appealingly direct style. - Joe Czerwinski"
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #245, October 2019), 87 pts

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2017 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 88 PTS - JD

2017 Corne Loup Lirac Blanc - 88 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"Melon, white flowers, and honeysuckle notes all emerge from the medium-bodied 2017 Lirac Blanc, which offers a seamless, elegant texture and notable freshness. Made from 40% Grenache Blanc, 35% Viognier, and 25% Marsanne, it’s a quality white that will drink nicely for 2-3 years.."
- Jeb Dunnuck (March 27th 2019), 88 pts

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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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