“Aromas of rosemary, wood smoke, and almond. A beautiful fruit-forward profile, more concentrated than most 2023 Cornas wines. Lively, sparkling acidity with a hint of saltiness and a long finish. A mineral-driven expression of Cornas, both lively and full-bodied.” (Decanter 2024)
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Eye
Deep purple color
Nose
Notes of crushed stone, mint, blueberries, and red berries
Palate
Concentrated and velvety, with a perfect balance between fruitiness and acidity. Beautifully refined.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
A step ahead of recent vintages
Drink before
2043
Food and wine pairings
It pairs beautifully with a cut of beef or a leg of lamb when young, and with heartier meats served in sauce or even a hare à la royale after a few years in the cellar...
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
About the wine:
Aromas of rosemary, wood smoke, and almond. A beautiful fruit-forward profile, more concentrated than most 2023 Cornas wines. Lively, vibrant acidity with a hint of salinity and a long finish. A mineral-driven expression of Cornas, both lively and full-bodied.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Alain Voge joined his father at the family estate in 1958. By phasing out mixed farming, replanting abandoned hillsides, and selling directly by the bottle, he got the vineyard back on track; today, 12 hectares are cultivated using organic and biodynamic methods. He is regularly in the spotlight for his Cornas and Saint-Péray wines.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
Despite the weather challenges of 2021, General Manager Lionel Fraisse had a smile on his face when I rang the doorbell of the small tasting room in the village of Cornas. I thought I caught a glimpse of Madame Voge behind the curtains to my right, where she has continued to live since Alain’s death in 2020. There will be no Saint-Péray Ongrie starting in 2021, nor any sparkling Saint-Péray starting this year, says Fraisse, as these vineyards were devastated by frost and mildew. Furthermore, Fraisse stated that no decision had yet been made regarding the separate bottling of a 2020 Chapelle Saint Pierre and a Vieilles Fontaines. Fortunately, the 2019 vintages here are solid, with the 2019 Vieilles Fontaines (still in barrel at the time of my visit) particularly impressive. We took advantage of my visit to inquire about certain wines from 2011 and 2001; thus, the owners of these wines will find updated reviews in this report. This organic estate remains a fine source of Cornas and Saint-Péray.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
The entire vineyard has been certified biodynamic since 2013. The estate boasts exceptional hillside vineyards, all of which are tended entirely by hand. The presence of old vines also contributes to producing wines with a strong personality. The Fleur de Crussol cuvée, located in the La Côte vineyard, comes from vines over 70 years old. Since the 2015 vintage, the Terres Boisées cuvée has borne the name of the plot from which it originates: Ongrie, situated on granitic alluvial soils. There is also a change for Les Vinsonnes, which becomes Les Côtes, named after this terroir located in the village of Mauves. For reds, Les Vieilles Fontaines comes from 80-year-old vines planted on weathered granite.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93/100 (Exceptional wine)
About the wine:
A full-bodied, robust wine that opens with an intense mineral note reminiscent of cast iron, then unfolds with aromas of woody berries, forest floor, and juniper. As the intensity builds, it reveals itself to be dense and persistent; its smoky, well-structured finish needs time to fully develop. Best enjoyed between 2027 and 2037.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
The 2023 Cornas Les Vieilles Vignes reveals a lively and exotic bouquet of red, blue, and black fruits, candied violets, blood orange, as well as peppery notes and hints of bouquet garni. Medium- to full-bodied, it offers a round and complex palate, ripe yet firm tannins, and exceptional length. Aged for 20 months in 228-liter oak barrels, 10% of which are new, it will be at its best over the next 10 to 15 years. Best enjoyed between 2026 and 2041.