Domaine Maby - Côtes-du-Rhône Variations 2016
1*Étoile
Hachette
89/100
Robert Parker
The Côtes du Rhône Variations 2016 is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Carignan from two plots outside Lirac, over 50 years old. Peppery notes spice up the nose, while the palate delivers notes of red plum and apricot. Medium-bodied, it has a supple texture and is dangerously drinkable. This superb value for money should continue to improve for a few more years." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
Purple dress
Nose
Aromas of jammy black fruits and spices
Mouth
Powerful, balanced, full-bodied, fresh, and supple
Serve
At 15-17°C
Drink before
2021
Production
38,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with grilled meats or meats in sauce, cold cuts, small game, etc.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
In this historic region of Tavel, the Maby family produces wines of consistent quality that are always honest, pleasant, and full-bodied. Led by the dynamic Richard Maby, the estate continues to progress, with the wines gaining in precision each year. The vineyards are located in the communes of Tavel, the Lirac plateau, and the neighboring Côtes du Rhône. Reasonable prices and consistent quality make this estate a safe bet on the current market for all three colors.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2020) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About wine:
Four grape varieties are blended in this full-bodied, warm cuvée with hints of blueberries, blackberries, and spices. These sweet, candied, warm aromas are reflected in a supple palate, set with silky tannins and enhanced by a delicately floral (violet) finish. A charming, convivial wine to be enjoyed now.
About the estate:
This estate, renowned for its consistent quality, particularly its Lirac wines in all three colors and its Tavel wines, was founded in 1950 by Armand Maby. In 2005, his grandson Richard took over the reins of the vineyard, 53 hectares located mainly on the rounded pebbles of the Vallongue plateau; the vines are cultivated "naturally" and have been in conversion to organic farming since 2019. Since 2011, the eminent Rhône oenologist Philippe Cambie has been advising the estate.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated 89/100 (Very good wine)
Wine Spectator
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 8 reviews
Review and opinion by Ms. BRIGITTE A. Published on 06/02/2018
Beautiful dark ruby color, moderately expressive nose of red fruits (raspberry) with empyreumatic notes. Supple attack, full-bodied palate, silky tannins, licorice aromas. Medium length. A balanced and pleasant wine.
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Review and opinion by Mr. FRANCK F. Published on 06/01/2022
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Note and opinion by Mr. GUY A. Published on January 3, 2021
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN MARTIN W. Published on May 25, 2020
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Review and opinion by Mr. ANTOINE B. Published on 10/05/2019
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Note and opinion by Mr. PHILIPPE J. Published on 04/15/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. BENOIT D. Published on 05/08/2018
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Review and opinion by Mr. LAURENT B. Published on 04/09/2018
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