“A juicy nose of dark fruit and spices. The profile is rich and sunny without being overcooked or mushy. Wild berries and spices are prominent. The palate reveals high-quality texture and considerable body; this opulent wine borders on being unbalanced. It’s good, but massive.” (Le Guide RVF 2025)
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Eye
Ruby-purple color
Nose
A lovely bouquet of dark fruits (cherry, blackberry, blueberry, blackcurrant), mellow licorice, and peppery Mediterranean scrub
Palate
Powerful and full-bodied, with tannins that are present yet well-integrated, good depth, richness, and a very long, fresh finish
Serve
At 15°C
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
Pair it with Southern cuisine, small game, cold cuts, roast venison, soft cheeses...
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the wine:
A juicy nose of black fruit and spices. The profile is rich and sunny without being overcooked or mushy. Wild berries and spices are prominent. On the palate, the wine displays high-quality texture and considerable body; this opulent wine borders on being unbalanced. It’s good, but massive.
About the estate:
Despite its name, this estate is highly fragmented and encompasses nearly every type of soil found within the appellation. Produced using traditional methods, the red Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are often reserved in their youth. They are crafted to reveal their full potential over time. For several vintages now, Thierry Sabon has brought finesse and refinement to the entire range, from the basic Côtes-du-Rhône to the top-tier Châteauneuf-du-Pape. We have been following this estate’s progress for many years. At ten years old, the wines express themselves with grace. At twenty years, they reach a new milestone and reveal their true potential: one then fully appreciates their aromas of truffle, undergrowth, and fruit that seems infused by time. The white Châteauneuf-du-Pape is spirited and distinguished. In good vintages, the estate offers the Cuvée du Papet, a dense and deep wine, built for aging, which often reaches an exceptional level. All the wines show great aging potential.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 91/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4.2/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. Gilles D. Published on May 11, 2025
In addition to its vinous character and full-bodied texture, this Lirac is full-bodied, lively, and boasts a rich tannic structure dominated by perfectly ripe stone fruits and abundant spices, with notes of Sichuan pepper that add a touch of freshness and temper the power typical of this vintage. A hint of mint on the finish. Wild boar stew and charcoal-grilled duck will pair perfectly with this cuvée of strong character, which will delight lovers of robust and highly expressive southern wines. Rating = 3.9.
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE B. Published on January 5, 2026
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Review by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE D. Published on 10/27/2025
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Review by Ms. MARIANNE R. Posted on 10/02/2025
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