Domaine de la Janasse - Côtes-du-Rhône Villages Terre d'Argile 2023
93/100
Jeb Dunnuck
91/100
James Suckling
90/100
Wine Spectator
“‘A Côtes du Rhône rock star’ (Jeb Dunnuck)”
“The 2023 Côtes du Rhône Village Terre d’Argile reveals aromas of ripe red and black fruits, Provençal garrigue, and spices. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with a round, complex palate and exceptional length. It’s very drinkable now, but should age well for 5 to 7 years. ” (Jeb Dunnuck 2025)
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Eye
Deep ruby-purple color
Nose
With concentrated notes of black olives, tapenade, and blackcurrant
Palate
Full-bodied, rich, and expressive, with deep, smooth notes of ripe black fruit, dense tannins, and a lingering finish
Serve
At 15-17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a pot-au-feu, a pepper steak, beef stew, lamb chops...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Located on the finest terroirs of Courthézon, Domaine de la Janasse—the pride of the Sabon family—has established itself for over 40 years as one of the appellation’s leading producers. Christophe Sabon produces Côtes-du-Rhône wines of the highest caliber, with rare depth. The Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are expressed through various cuvées: Chaupin, from a cooler terroir with a distinctly Burgundian character, and the Vieilles-Vignes cuvée, which is sunnier and more refined. Finally, the whites, though often overshadowed by the reds, are equally highly recommended. The entire range is impeccable, and the top cuvées rank among the appellation’s finest.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2024 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
A regular in the Guide, often highly rated for its Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes-du-Rhône, and IGP wines. A 90-hectare vineyard spread across numerous plots, managed by Christophe Sabon and his sister Isabelle, the children of Aimé Sabon, who founded the estate in 1973. The estate was expanded in 2015 with the purchase of Clos Saint-Antonin and its 15 hectares of vineyards in the commune of Jonquières.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) 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 (2024 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
This large estate, which has been owned by the Sabon family for generations, ranks among the elite of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards are primarily located in the commune of Courthézon, with a variety of plots and soil types reflected in the different vintages. The estate also produces splendid Côtes-du-Rhône cuvées (in significant volumes), sourced from vineyards adjacent to the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. With often very high ripeness levels, the wines are opulent in style, sometimes a bit too warm in sunny vintages. On the other hand, the tannins and textures are always of great finesse. In recent vintages, the wines have been less focused on richness and are slightly more approachable.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2026 guide) 90/100 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
About the wine:
Bold notes of red currant, licorice, herbs, and soft wood blend beautifully, supported by juicy acidity and a graphite-like structure. Ripe, refined tannins extend the elegant finish. Delicious. Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault, and Mourvèdre. Enjoy now through 2029.
Jancis Robinson
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
Vinous
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Powerful aromas of black fruit, with notes of tar and raw meat, draw you into this powerful, full-bodied wine. It makes a bold statement, but it is a great wine from the southern Rhône. A slight warmth on the finish due to its 15.5% alcohol content, so it should not be served at too high a temperature. Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grown on clay soil. Drink now or cellar.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
The 2023 Côtes du Rhône Village Terre d'Argile reveals aromas of ripe red and black fruits, Provençal garrigue, and spices. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with a round, complex palate and exceptional length. It is ready to drink now, but should age well for 5 to 7 years. Best enjoyed between 2025 and 2032.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. MATHIEU W. Posted on 06/07/2025
Medium-deep to deep ruby color with a cherry-red rim. Nose: elderberry, wild forest fruits, forest earth, a hint of “Boerenjongens,” and a hint of “Roussillon.” On the palate, indeed forest fruits, blueberries, chocolate, spice, and subtle oak. Powerful, juicy, and full of character with distinct terroir characteristics. The wine is somewhat reminiscent of Eddie Féraud’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Power, chocolate, and length. This CdR-Villages from Janasse has a truly unique character. Score: 17/20
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Review by Mr. FABRICE C. Posted on 11/29/2025
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