"The 2017 Cairanne l'Excellence is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, aged in tanks. It is a spicy wine, with notes reminiscent of cloves, cola, and allspice, as well as hints of clay soil. Full-bodied and velvety on the palate, it is not overly fruity but remains appealing thanks to its savory character and rich texture, with notes of coffee on the finish.” (Wine Advocate)
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Eye
Deep ruby red
Nose
Complex, with subtle aromas of chocolatey black fruits, fresh licorice, roasted herbs, blackberries, and brandied cherries. An intoxicating blend featuring notes of mocha and baked spices that layer over ripe black fruits
Palate
Concentrated and spicy, with body and sweetness combined with refined tannins to create a harmonious, indulgent wine. A beautifully structured wine with excellent extraction; fresh tannins give rise to a full-bodied, supple, and creamy wine that is rich and opulent, with a long, mocha-latte finish.
Serve
At 16°C
Drink before
2025
Guard
Ages 5 to 8
Food and wine pairings
Best enjoyed young with all types of meat, such as lamb chops, leg of lamb, and game, and with cheese when at its peak
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2020 guide) Mentioned (Successful wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
Made from Grenache and Syrah vines of venerable age, this cuvée offers a distinctive nose, with notes of jam, licorice, and leather. This character carries through to the palate, which is generous and slightly earthy, with a firm structure and tannins that are still austere at this stage. It will need time in the cellar to mellow.
About the estate:
The estate, located on the site of a former priory, traces its origins back to the 12th century. The property has been in the same family for four generations. Jean-Jacques Beaumet has been at the helm since 1988. He cultivates 37 hectares on the hills above Cairanne.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated wine (2019 guide) 89–91/100 (Excellent wine)
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2017 Cairanne l'Excellence is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, aged in tanks. It is a spicy wine, with notes reminiscent of cloves, cola, and allspice, as well as hints of clay soil. Full-bodied and velvety on the palate, it is not overly fruity but remains appealing thanks to its savory character and rich texture, with notes of coffee on the finish.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2019 guide) 90–92/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
Much like the 2018 vintage, the 2017 Cairanne Excellence (60% Grenache and 40% Syrah aged in concrete tanks) has a concentrated, medium- to full-bodied profile featuring abundant black fruit, spices, chocolate, and meaty notes, along with a fleshy, round, and opulent texture. Best enjoyed upon release and over the next 6 to 7 years.