Domaine du Tunnel - Saint-Péray Roussanne 2024
93/100
Decanter
16,5/20
Jancis Robinson
“A big white one!”
“Intense aromas of fresh mango and mango sorbet. Very concentrated, yet without excessive richness or heaviness—just powerful bursts of lingering mango and pear flavors. The acidity is low, but the wine is fresh and lively. It’s difficult to assess its aging potential; I would drink it young. With such concentration and dynamism, it can only be Domaine du Tunnel.” (Decanter 2025)
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Eye
Golden yellow dress
Nose
The nose is initially subtle, with notes of almond and apricot blossom, followed by frangipane and violet, with a hint of brioche
Palate
Full-bodied, rich, robust, and long-lasting, with the sweetness of violets and a clean, mineral finish that leaves a salty, mouth-watering impression
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with grilled fish, scallops, goat cheese, shellfish, and meat dishes served in sauce...
Decanter
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Intense aromas of fresh mango and mango sorbet. Very concentrated, yet without being overly rich or heavy—just powerful bursts of lingering mango and pear flavors. The acidity is low, but the wine is fresh and lively. It’s hard to gauge its aging potential; I’d drink it young. With such concentration and dynamism, it can only be Domaine du Tunnel. Natural yeasts, aged in used barrels.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Since taking over in 1994, Stéphane Robert—who does not come from a winemaking background—has established himself as a leading figure in the northern wine region. He built his vineyard from the ground up; today it spans 11 hectares of highly fragmented plots, planted with Cornas, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray, and Condrieu vines. These vineyards run alongside an old railroad track and a 160-meter tunnel—still visible today—which gives the estate its name and in which a new winemaking facility and aging cellar were built in 2013.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Stéphane Robert manages his estate with great skill, crafting modern, precise wines that have established themselves as benchmarks within the Saint-Péray and Cornas appellations. These wines bring a fresh perspective to the style—sometimes rustic and sun-kissed—of these two small appellations. Stéphane brings touches of refinement to his opaque Syrahs, achieved through precise grape ripeness, extraction, and aging. The wines also age very well.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2025 guide) 16,5/20
About the wine:
Aromas of anise and fennel with spicy notes of pear. Rich and textured on the palate with hints of honey and peach. Powerful yet elegant. Beautiful balance and depth.
Vinous
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated: Recommended
Customer rating
(2022 vintage)
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Ms. CORINNE C. Posted on 10/26/2025
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