“Deep in color, it offers a very intense and lively nose of licorice and violet. On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich, and velvety, with intensely flavorful aromas of black cherry and blackberry. It is rich in ripe tannins and has lovely acidity. The alcohol content is quite high, but that’s the price you pay for such expressive, ripe, and delicious dark fruit! The tannins are firm, reminiscent of blackberry skin.” (Decanter 2024)
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Eye
A deep red color with garnet highlights
Nose
Rich and complex, with ripe aromas of dark fruits (cherry, blackberry), spices (pepper, licorice, and cinnamon), toasty notes (coffee), and floral notes (violet)
Palate
Full-bodied and velvety, with beautiful concentration (reflecting the vintage and its unique terroir), the finish reveals smooth, elegant tannins
Serve
Serve in a carafe at 14–16°C
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with red meat in sauce, small game, or a platter of aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Some winemakers single-handedly embody an entire appellation, and the charismatic Marcel Richaud is one of them. He has undoubtedly played a key role in establishing the reputation of the newest addition to the southern Côtes du Rhône crus. He, the visionary and pioneer of single-vineyard wines, who still dreams today of a classification akin to Burgundy’s climats, with 45 vintages to his name, strives to be as non-interventionist as possible in the cellar and in the vineyard. Like a certain Emmanuel Reynaud, he brings his grapes to optimal ripeness, producing wines that are both rich and elegant—a true signature. All the wines tasted this year received top marks, proving to be highly recommendable and of absolutely remarkable consistency. The younger generation, which joined the family business a few years ago, is determined to preserve the estate’s expertise; nevertheless, as if to mark a turning point, Claire and Thomas have acquired an additional 20 hectares, half of which adjoins the famous Ebrescades plot, hinting at some lovely surprises to come. Most recently, Edith, the youngest of the siblings, succumbed to the call of the vineyards; after a brilliant career in the luxury sector in Paris, she finally settled in the charming little village of Cairanne, bringing a significant new asset to the wonderful Richaud family.
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Deep in color, it offers a very intense and lively nose of licorice and violet. On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich, and velvety, with intensely flavorful aromas of black cherry and blackberry. It is rich in ripe tannins and has lovely acidity. The alcohol content is quite high, but that’s the price you pay for such expressive, ripe, and delicious dark fruit! The tannins are firm, reminiscent of blackberry skin.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2021 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
There are very few winemakers in France as demanding and thorough as Marcel Richaud, from the vineyard to the cellar. He has reached the pinnacle of his craft now that he has a winemaking and aging facility that matches his ambitions. For wine lovers, this producer’s work is a blessing. His entire range is of remarkable quality and immediately appealing. Year after year, the wines gain in finesse and precision, while maintaining the balance and maturity characteristic of the south.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 16,5/20
About the wine:
A complex and powerful nose offering a wealth of nuances, with aromas of licorice and blackberry—so expressive! Concentrated black fruit, accompanied by fine, velvety tannins that coat the palate, along with a superb texture; an explosion of black fruit carries through to the finish. Long on the palate and perfectly balanced—a true delight.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
A deep nose with aromas of blackberries, black plums, baking spices, and hints of tar. Medium- to full-bodied, this wine features fine tannins and a lovely fruit-forward richness, with a generous character and a long, savory, peppery finish.