"Leading the 2018 vintage, the 2018 Lirac La Dame Rousse is a 50/50 blend of Grenache and Syrah, aged entirely in stainless steel tanks. It is a more open and expressive wine than the more structured Reine des Bois; it possesses plenty of Provençal charm, with aromas and flavors of spicy red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, and incense. It is already hard to resist this charming, medium-bodied 2018, best enjoyed within about 4 to 5 years.” (Jeb Dunnuck) A cuvée combining power and freshness that will delight lovers of distinctive Southern wines!
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Eye
Deep red color with excellent density
Nose
Very fruity (plum, strawberry), floral (violet), with a very slight toasty note
Palate
Delicate tannins, a rich body, and a very long, fresh finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with grilled meats, stews, braised dishes, and Asian cuisine…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
The estate produces highly expressive wines from the finest vineyards of Vaucluse and Gard. Every effort is made with deep respect for the terroirs, driven by a commitment to crafting wines that live up to their full potential. Madeleine Delorme, alongside her daughter Ambre, continues to work with great care and determination, upholding the spirit of excellence that defines both the estate and this winemaking family. A superb range of salty, full-bodied whites and deep, delicate reds, animated by a refreshing tension and a perfectly balanced structure. The estate is evolving its style toward increasingly refined and precise wines. The fourth star is fast approaching.
Decanter
Wine rated (2019 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
This classic Lirac has a supple, elegant, and harmonious style, with pleasant black fruit notes and a hint of pepper. It is ripe, with good acidity and well-integrated tannins. It also has decent length—not particularly complex, but a successful wine for this vintage. Organic, hand-harvested, fermented and aged in stainless steel.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2024 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Founded in 1986 by Francis Delorme and his son Christophe, the 58-hectare estate (certified organic and biodynamic) is spread across 38 plots and eight municipalities. Following Christophe’s untimely death in 2015, his wife Madeleine and their daughter Ambre took over the reins of the estate. Advocates of low yields, the Delormes produce vintages with disconcerting ease, whether in Tavel—their original stronghold—Lirac, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, or “simple” Côtes-du-Rhône. A must-try.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2020 guide) 89/100
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
The Provençal charm of the 2018 vintage. The 2018 Lirac La Dame Rousse is made from Grenache and Syrah, aged entirely in stainless steel tanks. It is a more open and expressive wine than the more structured Reine des Bois; it possesses plenty of Provençal charm, with aromas and flavors of spicy red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, and incense. It is already difficult to resist this charming, medium-bodied 2018, which should be enjoyed within about 4 to 5 years.