Domaine de l'Amauve - Les Merrelies 2014
90/100
Robert Parker
14,5/20
Gault & Millau
1*Étoile
Hachette
With a purplish hue, Les Merrelies offers notes of black fruit and sweet spices. The tannins are supple and the palate is round. The fruitiness of the nose carries through to a long, silky finish. A truly beautiful wine from a challenging vintage.
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Eye
rich color with purplish highlights
Nose
powerful and complex, with notes of dark fruit and sweet spices
Palate
Full-bodied on the palate, with roundness and richness. The tannins are robust and refined; the finish is silky with good length, featuring notes of black fruit, oak, and spices.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2016
Drink before
2020
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted meats, as well as cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2016 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
In the Haut-Vaucluse region, nestled against the Dentelles de Séguret, the Domaine de l’Amauve is a distinguished representative of the appellation, led by the inspiring Christian Voeux. Deeply committed to sustainable viticultural practices, Voeux draws on the experience he gained at Château Mont Redon and also produces wine at Château La Nerthe in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. He sensitively brings out the character of the old vines growing on the estate’s 20 hectares of sandy and stony soil.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2016 guide) 1*Star (2012 vintage) (A very successful wine)
Rated estate (2016 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
As the heir to several generations of winemakers, Christian Voeux—an experienced oenologist associated with several Rhône Valley estates—took over the family estate’s 10.5 hectares in 2006.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2015 guide) 14.5/20 (2012 vintage) (Good)
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2015 guide) 90/100 (2012 vintage) (A wonderful wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)