Domaine Philippe Gilbert - Menetou-Salon Les Renardières 2012
90+/100
Robert Parker
15,5/20
RVF
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
The 2012 Les Renardières red opens with a wild and spicy (pepper) Pinot Noir, aged for 45 years. Similar to some of Austria's best Blaufränkisch wines, it offers a fleshy fruitiness, with notes of black berries, cherry, and chocolate. On the palate, the resemblance to a ripe, full-bodied Blaufränkisch persists thanks to its meaty, powerful yet silky texture. The black fruit is cut through by lively acidity and intense chocolate flavors. The tannins are fine-grained and the minerality enhances the drinkability of this excellent Pinot." (Wine Advocate 2014 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
deep red color with garnet highlights
Nose
First smoky notes, then aromas of red berries (strawberry, raspberry) and black berries (blueberry)
Mouth
Soft attack, generous consistency, indulgent texture. Lovely freshness. Melted tannins with notes of black fruit.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with game, terrines, a selection of fresh cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2016 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About wine:
Beautiful fresh finish with cherry pit aromatics and a spicy finish.
About the estate:
Philippe Gilbert is a winemaker of great integrity who has been working as naturally as possible for several vintages. The estate has just launched a wine bar, Le Fluteau, where you can find wines from the estate and those of fellow winemakers.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2014 guide) 90+/100 (Outstanding wine)
About wine:
The 2012 Les Renardières red opens with a wild and spicy (pepper) Pinot Noir, aged for 45 years. Similar to some of Austria's best Blaufränkisch wines, it offers a fleshy fruitiness, with notes of black berries, cherry, and chocolate. On the palate, the resemblance to a ripe, full-bodied Blaufränkisch persists thanks to its meaty, powerful yet silky texture. The black fruit is cut through by lively acidity and intense chocolate flavors. The tannins are fine-grained and the minerality enhances the drinkability of this excellent Pinot.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2016 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking and, as such, all the estates listed in it, even those without stars, represent, in our opinion, the excellence of French production.)
About wine:
The 2012 reds offer magnificent floral and delicate Pinot fruit, with savory tannins, again with more density in Les Renardières, but less immediate charm.
About the estate:
Owner Philippe Gilbert has been working with oenologist Jean-Philippe Louis since the estate's quality revival twelve years ago. It is thanks to him that the vineyard has been converted to biodynamic farming (Biodyvin label). The Renardières cuvées are made from the oldest Pinot Noir and Sauvignon vines. The whites have gained depth and a salty finish in recent vintages. After a period of heavy oak aging, the reds have gained finesse without losing their maturity, and are gradually becoming more precise.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review and opinion by Mr. BENJAMIN F. Published on 09/02/2018
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