"Lovely nose with clear notes of herbs and sap with fresh red fruit underneath. Smoky, ashy herbal notes come through on the palate and balance well with sweet redcurrant and cherry fruit. A good sensation of freshness and a striking, structured finish. Impressive." (Jancis Robinson 2024)
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Eye
Deep red colour with bright violet highlights
Nose
A complex blend of flowers (peony, iris), ripe red fruits (Burlat, black cherry) and spices.
Mouth
Supple and well-balanced, the tannins are present with finesse and combine power and delicacy.
Serve
At 15 to 17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats, coq au vin, gardiane de taureau, jugged hare, duck breast with porcini mushrooms, Provençal stew...
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
The estate has the distinction of being the only one to extend the Tavel and Lirac appellations, covering 65 hectares. Its pebbles surface and sandy-clay subsoil produce wines that are the vines suffer less from the heat than in other areas. areas. Tavel contains eight of the nine grape varieties permitted in the and is one of the prides of the Bez family, who manage this magnificent with discretion and wisdom this magnificent estate, which, with its reasonable prices is a model for the region. The wines here demonstrate tremendous ageing potential, and are becoming admirably complex, as regularly vertical tastings.
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Clearly herbaceous, with notes of blackcurrant leaves accompanying blackberry and blackcurrant fruit. Powerful, concentrated and fresh, it has good acidity, pleasantly fresh tannins and a long finish. Impressive for an unoaked Lirac, demonstrating the quality of the vineyard. Certified High Environmental Value.
Guide Hachette des vins
Domaine noté (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
In 1919, Jean Olivier acquired the former estate of the Counts of Aqueria, commissioned by an 18th-century château and adorned with a French-style park. His son-in-law Paul de Bez completely restructured the vineyard: today, 64 ha in a single block, managed since 1984 by his grandsons Vincent and Bruno, now joined by Raphaël, the fourth generation. A sure bet for lirac and tavel.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Estate rated 3*Stars (very good production)
About the domain :
Château d'Aqueria dates back to the 16th century. In 1920, it was acquired by Jean Olivier, who gave it its letters of nobility. Today, Vincent and Bruno de Bez look after the land of their childhood - no less than 66 hectares. Apart from Tavel, a renowned gourmet rosé, the rest of the production in the Lirac appellation (both red and white) is often interesting.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 16,5/20
About the wine:
Lovely nose with clear notes of herbs and sap with fresh red fruit underneath. Smoky, ashy herbal notes come through on the palate, balancing well with sweet redcurrant and cherry fruit. A good sensation of freshness and a striking, structured finish. Impressive.
Customer rating
4/5
on 2 reviews
Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 18/05/2025
A few roasted and bitter chocolate notes left by the oak ageing process are found in the fleshy texture of this Lirac, which is also bursting with stewed red fruit and enhanced by a touch of pepper. The massive, powerful structure is balanced by beautiful, consistent tannins that are still firm but not harsh, and by a dynamic freshness that lingers on the remarkable finish. A good year's careful patience will enable you to discover this wine in the company of a royal couscous or fine pieces of grilled beef in summer, and a sauté of veal marengo or a jugged hare in winter. Score = 4.
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Note and review by M. JEAN CLAUDE D. Published on 20/08/2025
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