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Domaine Brusset - Cairanne Old Vines 2020

Domaine Brusset - Cairanne Vieilles Vignes 2020

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93/100

Robert Parker

2*Étoiles

Hachette

(2019 Vintage Notes)
Syrah
Grenache
fun guaranteed

These old-vine Grenache and Syrah grapes produce a wine characterized by supple tannins and intense aromas of wild berries. A delicate floral note lends the wine an elegant character, culminating in a lingering, silky finish. It truly has it all!

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Estate

Domaine Brusset

Vintage

Vieilles Vignes

Vintage

2020

Designation

Cairanne

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

Grenache, Syrah

Terroirs

South-facing clay-limestone soils

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Destemming, no yeast addition, cold pre-fermentation maceration, 3-week fermentation with daily punch-downs and temperature control at 31°C

Livestock farming

60% in tanks, 40% in 2-year-old demi-muids for 1 year, no filtration

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Deep ruby color

Nose

Aromas of candied red berries, vanilla, and pepper

Palate

Well-structured, good length, silky tannins, excellent finish

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

30 minutes before

Drink from

2022

Drink before

2030

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy it with grilled meats, game...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more conventional and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

Laurent, André’s grandson and now the estate’s manager, produces a wide range of wines from nearly 70 plots, including terraced vineyards in the spectacular Dentelles de Montmirail. This fragmentation proves to be an advantage during the blending process. It’s worth noting that the 2017 vintage was somewhat challenging.

Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2022) 2* Stars (Vintage 2019) (Remarkable wine)

Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

Seventy-eight south-facing terraces make up this 70-hectare vineyard located at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail. Founded in 1947 by André Brusset, then managed by his son Daniel, it is now run by his grandson Laurent. The estate produces wines across 5 AOCs and offers a total of 14 different cuvées. A sure bet for Gigondas and Cairanne.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated 93/100 (2020 Guide) (2019 vintage) (An outstanding wine)

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

Laurent Brusset's estate now spans 70 hectares, based in the village of Cairanne but extending as far as the Ventoux and into the Dentelles hills above Gigondas. Founded by his grandfather in 1947, the winemaking here is modern yet balanced, with a mix of tanks, demi-muids, and barrels used, depending on the cuvée. Similarly, some wines are made entirely from destemmed grapes or entirely from whole clusters, with a blend used for others. "When you have high ripeness," explained Brusset, "it’s better to keep the stems." In entry-level wines, Brusset aims for drinkability, but in top-tier cuvées, he seeks complexity and aging potential. "2016 is a very fine vintage," said Brusset. "It has good balance and high acidity." In 2017, there is about half a degree more alcohol and lower acidity. His yields in Cairanne averaged just 20 hectoliters per hectare, the lowest he has ever seen. He therefore adjusted his extraction accordingly, doing no punch-downs and only very gentle pumping, to avoid extracting harsh tannins.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Tasting Review

About the estate:

A fan of full-bodied wines, he has opted for a more refined style. Located in Cairanne, the Brusset estate cultivates 70 hectares of vineyards across five appellations. For many years, Laurent Brusset produced full-bodied wines, seeking density through aggressive extraction during winemaking. Today, he works more with infusion to produce finer wines. His conversion to organic farming over the past two years has required considerable labor on the slopes he cultivates, which are difficult to mechanize. But for him, the crucial factor remains the optimal ripeness of the grapes at harvest. It is therefore no surprise that we were captivated by his beautiful wines, bursting with generous fruit.

James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

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Review by Mr. Gilles D. Published on August 22, 2022

I am never disappointed by Brusset’s wines, which truly reflect the generosity of their terroir. A dense, easy-drinking wine with a rich concentration of red berries, complemented by hints of spice and smoke. A solid, tannic structure, yet already delicate and elegant with a silky, caressing texture. An endless, fresh, and fruity finish, with a hint of licorice and crushed stone. Drink now or age. A wine of character, paired with a dish of strong personality: skewers of veal offal. Rating: 4.

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