Domaine Maby - Lirac Casta Diva 2018

Lirac|White wine

4.1/5 (7 customers)

91/100

Jeb Dunnuck

90/100

Robert Parker

15/20

Bettane & Desseauve

93/100

Gilbert & Gaillard

92/100

Wine Enthusiast

91/100

Wine Spectator

“The Grand White”

“A blend of 60% Viognier and 40% Grenache Blanc, this richly textured white balances the opulence of oak-fermented Viognier with the peachy freshness of Grenache Blanc. Hints of vanilla and smoke are prominent on the nose but integrate perfectly on the palate. The finish is subtle and elegant.” (Wine Enthusiast 2020)

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Estate

Domaine Maby

Vintage

Casta Diva

Vintage

2018

Designation

Lirac

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

60% Viognier, 40% Grenache blanc

Terroirs

The slopes of Saint-Laurent-les-Arbres (sand and rounded pebbles) on the Les Coudoulières vineyard for the Viognier

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

Pressing and settling, fermentation in new barrels with regular stirring, no malolactic fermentation

Livestock farming

In new oak barrels

Alcohol content

15%

Eye

Shiny light gold color

Nose

Distinctive and pleasant, with notes of orchard fruits—apricot, pear, and peach—against a backdrop of woody tones and white flowers

Palate

Powerful, full-bodied, and rich, with lovely aromas of apricot and peach, complemented by spicy notes of white pepper and enlivened by a lively freshness

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2025

Production

2,400 bottles

Food and wine pairings

Pairs beautifully with foie gras, delicate white-fleshed fish, seafood, and full-flavored cheeses...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2020 guide) 15/20 (Very good wine)

Rated estate (2022 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)

About the wine:

While still displaying fermented aromas, it already reveals a wide array of floral and fruity notes and finishes with a hint of spice and anise. Don't miss it.

About the estate:

In the historic Tavel region, the Maby family produces wines of consistent quality—always authentic, pleasant, and full-bodied. Led by the dynamic Richard Maby, the estate continues to evolve, 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 the consistent quality of the wines make this estate a safe bet on the current market, across all three wine types.

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the estate:

This estate, known for its consistently high-quality wines—particularly its Lirac in all three varieties and its Tavel—was founded in 1950 by Armand Maby. In 2005, his grandson Richard took over the vineyard, which spans 53 hectares, mostly situated on the rounded pebbles of the Vallongue plateau; the vines are cultivated using natural methods and have been in the process of converting to organic farming since 2019. Since 2011, the eminent Rhône oenologist Philippe Cambie has been advising the estate.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2019 guide) 90/100 (Excellent wine)

About the wine:

Barrel-fermented and aged, Maby's 2018 Lirac Blanc Casta Diva is made up of roughly two-thirds Viognier and one-third Grenache. Notes of apricot and white pepper dominate the nose, while the fairly rich palate is full-bodied and silky, revealing a hint of astringency on the finish.

Wine Spectator

Wine rated (2020 guide) 91/100 (Exceptional wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Wine Enthusiast

Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100

About the wine:

A blend of 60% Viognier and 40% Grenache Blanc, this richly textured white wine balances the opulence of oak-aged Viognier with the peachy freshness of Grenache Blanc. Hints of vanilla and smoke are prominent on the nose but integrate perfectly on the palate. The finish is subtle and elegant. It is at its peak now but should drink well through 2024.

Gilbert & Gaillard

Wine rated 93/100

About the wine:

A deep, vibrant gold color. A refined nose with toasty, vanilla-like oak notes against a backdrop of almond, white flowers, and mountain herbs. Firm flavors stemming from a dense texture, a rich mouthfeel, and a smooth, salty finish—a perfectly matured wine. Superb.

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated 91/100

Customer rating

4.1/5

based on 7 reviews