{"product_id":"domaine-auguste-clape-renaissance-cornas-2023-northern-rhone-france-750ml-jd-90-93-vm-92","title":"Domaine Auguste Clape \"Renaissance\" Cornas 2023 (Northern Rhone, France) 750mL - [JS 95-96] [JD 91-93] [VM 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the world of wine, there are many good winegrowers. However, there are only a very select few who are truly great, and Auguste Clape will go down in history as one of the greats. A proud and uncompromising pioneer of fine winemaking in the Northern Rhône, his Syrahs from the \u003cem\u003ecru\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Cornas have earned their place among the most celebrated wines of France. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDomaine Clape is legendary in the Northern \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhône\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This world-class estate was the first in Cornas to estate-bottle Syrah and sell it under their own name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDomaine Clape’s eight hectares of stacked terrace vineyards, scattered across the Rhone Valley, grow on predominantly granitic soils, dedicated to Syrah-based wines vinified in a traditional style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e‘Renaissance’ is rich and full-bodied, yet approachable in its youth. The wine shows smoky notes of dark plums, overripe black cherries, wet stones, and herbs. Open in a few years-- it’s worth the wait!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Syrah \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4UP TO 30 yrs \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eGranite \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 ha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Vinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• A blend of fruit from younger vines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Aged 22 months in 6hL to 12hL \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003efoudres\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• All wines are harvested by hand, sorted and are not de-stemmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95-96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A bright, really expressive Cornas that leaps out of the glass. Violets, black cherries and fresh herbs on the nose. Terrific freshness and youthful energy are married to a precisely contoured tannin structure, propelling you across the palate at a very brisk clip. Extremely long, straight finish. Drink from release.\" (Apr 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91-93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStill resting in foudre and scheduled to be bottled in November, the 2023 Cornas Renaissance shows a ripe, forward, supple, medium-bodied style. It offers classic red, blue, and black fruits with violet and peppery nuances, good balance, and outstanding length. This classic, undoubtedly outstanding effort will shine for 10-15 years.\" (Feb 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a production hiatus in 2022, the 2023 Cornas Renaissance marks a rock-solid comeback, opening with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, cured meat and stemmy notes. Bottled just two weeks before my visit, the medium-bodied 2023 is gently framed by ripe tannins, emphasizing freshness and finesse over power through flawless, overall balance. \u003c\/span\u003e(Drink between 2026-2036)\u003cspan\u003e\" - Nicolas Greinacher (Jan 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KERMIT LYNCH","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53165044859245,"sku":null,"price":159.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/cornasr.png?v=1712351590","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/domaine-auguste-clape-renaissance-cornas-2023-northern-rhone-france-750ml-jd-90-93-vm-92","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}