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Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge
Domaine de la Mordoree
France - Rhone Valley - Cotes du Rhone AOC

Deep red color with fruity aromas of blackcurrant and violet. Full of finesse; melted and fine tannins; lengthy finish. 

Specifications
Appellation
Cotes du Rhone AOC
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, 10% Carignan and 5% Mourvedre (2022) ; 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, 10% Carignan and 5% Counoise (2020)
Age of vines
20 years
Agricultural Practices
Organic
Certifications
Demeter Biodynamic
Soil type
range of terroirs, from sandy to cobblestones to sand with clay
Vinification
100% destemmed; 15-20 days maceration with temperature control. Hand harvested & estate bottled.
No Oak.
Production
3,300 (but only 3,000 cases in 2021) (9-liter cases)
Pairings

Cold meats and delicatessen, grilled meats, semi-mature cheeses.

Reviews and News

2023 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 91 PTS - IWR

2023 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 91 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"Medium ruby red. This Grenache and Syrah led blend offers red berry fruit on the nose with a light herbal accent. It is medium weight with flavors of plum, red berries and black currants and has a long finish. Sourced from organic and Demeter biodynamic cultivated vineyards. - Don WINKLER"

- International Wine Review (Kysela Père et Fils Importer: 30 Years Importing High Quality, High Value Wines ; July 26th 2024), 91 pts

2023 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 88 PTS - JD

2023 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 88 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"Spicy blackberries, peppery herbs, sandalwood, and loamy earth notes all emerge from the 2023 Côtes du Rhône, a juicy, medium-bodied, balanced, lively red that's perfect for drinking over the coming 4-5 years."

- Jeb Dunnuck (Importer Highlight: Fran Kysela ; July 2024), 88 pts

2021 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 90 PTS - JS

2021 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 90 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"A very satisfying red Cotes-du-Rhone with plenty of black-cherry fruit and rather fine-grained tannins filling out the expansive palate. Lively acidity lifts the finish nicely. A blend of grenache and syrah with a touch of cinsault. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink now."

- James Suckling (February 2022), 90 pts

2021 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 90 PTS - GOLD - Sommeliers Choice Awards

2021 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge - 90 PTS - GOLD - Sommeliers Choice Awards

sommelier choice award gold 2023

"Notes of bright red fruits like pomegranate, cranberry, raspberry, & savoury herbs. Mixed note of red and black fruits and cinnamon. Vibrant on palate, great food friendly wine."

- Sommeliers Choice Awards 2023, 90 pts - GOLD

 

 

2020 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90 PTS - JS

2020 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"Attractive, ripe cherry fruit nicely balances the generous, moderately dry tannins and lively acidity. A touch of warmth from alcohol at the otherwise clean finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now."

- James Suckling (February 2022), 90 pts

2019 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90-92 PTS - JD

2019 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90-92 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre brought up in tank, the 2019 Côtes Du Rhône La Dame Rousse is a big, rich, powerful Côtes du Rhône loaded with notions of smoked black cherries, licorice, scorched earth, and ample minerality. These all carry to a medium to full-bodied Southern Rhône that has terrific purity of fruit, ripe, present tannins, and a great finish. I love its balance and it’s going to deliver ample pleasure over the coming 4-6 years."

- Jeb Dunnuck (October 2020), 90-92 pts

2018 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 91 PTS - JS

2018 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 91 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"This has a wealth of ripe red and purple berries with a swathe of fresh flowers and some pastry notes. The palate is spiced up with some brash oak and delivers a powdery, fluffy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold."
- James Suckling (October 2019), 91 pts

2018 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 88 PTS - JD

2018 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 88 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"The medium ruby-colored 2018 Côtes Du Rhône La Dame Rousse checks in as 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, and the rest Carignan and Mourvèdre, raised all in tank. It has a classic bouquet of ripe cherries, strawberries, flowers, and spice. This carries to a medium-bodied Côtes Du Rhône that has a layered, elegant texture, moderate concentration yet terrific balance, and a great finish. This is as charming and drinkable as they come."

- Jeb Dunnuck (August 16th 2019), 88 pts

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2017 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 88-90 PTS - JD

2017 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 88-90 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"Blackberries, graphite, new leather, and assorted peppery notes all emerge from the 2017 Côtes du Rhône La Dame Rousse. Medium-bodied, fleshy, and ready to go, with notable purity of fruit, it's a great introduction to the style of this domaine.


This estate has unquestionably landed on its feet after the passing of Christophe Delorme in 2015, and you’ll have to go back to 2001 to find wines at the same level as these 2016s."

- Jeb Dunnuck (August 2018, LE MILLÉSIME… The 2016s from the Southern Rhône - Part 1), 88-90 pts

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2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90 PTS - JD

2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 90 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"Showing beautifully, the 2016 Côtes du Rhône La Dame Rousse checks in as 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, and the rest Carignan and Counoise, all brought up in stainless steel. This rounded, plump, medium to full-bodied effort offers a classic nose of ripe dark fruits, ground herbs, pepper, and new leather. It has ample fruit, notable purity, and will drink nicely for 4-5 years."

- Jeb Dunnuck (March 27th 2019), 90 pts

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2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WE

2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 89 pts""

- Wine Enthusiast Magazine (September 2018), 89 pts

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2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WA

2016 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WA

wa89"Bursting with cherry-scented fruit, the 2016 Cotes du Rhone La Dame Rousse is a worthy value. Deeply concentrated and richly textured for a Côtes du Rhône, it should drink well for 5-8 years. - Joe Czerwinski”
- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate (Issue 233, October 31st 2017), 89 pts

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2015 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WA

2015 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - WA

wa89"Another terrific red is the 2015 Côtes du Rhône La Dame Rousse, which has serious polish and elegance for a Côtes du Rhône. Black cherries, raspberries, garrigue and licorice all emerge from this medium-bodied, silky effort that’s an excellent value well worth a multi-bottle purchase. - Jeb Dunnuck"

- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate (Issue 227, October 28th 2016), 89 pts

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2015 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - VINOUS

2015 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 89 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo 250"Lurid ruby. Aromas of ripe dark fruits, candied licorice and pungent flowers, lent vivacity by a peppery element. Plush, sweet and open-knit, offering juicy blackberry and bitter cherry flavors that become sweeter as the wine opens up. Fine-grained tannins shape a spicy, nicely persistent finish that leaves behind a note of black pepper. - Josh Raynolds"

- Vinous (June 2016), 89 pts

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2014 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 92 PTS Best Buy- W&S

2014 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 92 PTS Best Buy- W&S

wine and spirits logo 250"A blend of grenache, syrah and carignan, this is dark and savory, the chocolate-cherry fruit held tight by firm, gravelly tannins. It feels extracted but not compacted, a sanguine, earthy wine built to last."

- Wine & Spirits Magazine (February 2016), 92 pts - Best Buy

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2014 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 92 PTS Best Buy 100 Best Buys of 2016 - W&S

2014 Domaine de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rouge La Dame Rousse - 92 PTS Best Buy 100 Best Buys of 2016 - W&S

ws 2016 top 100 bestbuys"A blend of grenache, syrah and carignan, this is dark and savory, the chocolate-cherry fruit held tight by firm, gravelly tannins. It feels extracted but not compacted, a sanguine, earthy wine built to last."

- Wine & Spirits Magazine (30th Anniversary Issue, October 2016), 92 pts - Best Buy and TOP 100 Best Buys of 2016

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Producer Information: Domaine de la Mordoree

In 1986, Francis Delorme and his son Christophe decided to devote themselves to their passion for wine. They bought an estate in Tavel with the goal of producing the greatest ...
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