Le Clos des Fées 2008
17/20
Bettane & Desseauve
15/20
RVF
16,5/20
Gault & Millau
93/100
Robert Parker
“The 2008 Côtes du Roussillon Villages Le Clos des Fées displays subtle and alluring notes of ripe, jammy black fruit, combined with floral and herbaceous aromas. Rich, juicy, and velvety, it finishes with a superb concentration of black fruit, licorice, and herbal liqueur. One to watch over the next decade.” (Wine Advocate 2011 - Robert Parker). A must-try wine!
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Eye
deep red
Nose
notes of lily, ripe berry, grenadine, and Mediterranean scrub
Palate
a slight bitterness, powerful tannins, intense oakiness, a fine texture
Serve
decant at 14-17°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2014
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a wild mushroom risotto, wild boar chops with pears, or charcoal-grilled lamb chops...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2012 guide) 17/20 (Reference wine)
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
With just a few minor differences, and thanks to Hervé Bizeul’s expertise, the vintages come and go… and are remarkably similar! A wine with a tight, precise structure, exceptionally refined tannins, freshness, and vitality.
About the estate:
Hervé Bizeul, a winemaker and maverick writer, has little left to prove, as his estate ranks among the elite of the Roussillon region. That doesn’t stop him from constantly challenging himself, exploring new avenues, innovating, thinking outside the box, and creating new vintages. A prime example is his Pinot Noir, which came out of nowhere and bravely withstands the harsh sun and the Tramontane winds of the Agly Valley. Here, each cuvée displays a personality all its own, sometimes uncompromising, just like its winemaker. From no fewer than seven different terroirs emerges a serious and diverse interpretation of Roussillon. A model of its kind.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated 16.5/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
We don’t just like it—we love it... We love the texture that speaks to the terroir with its lingering bite. It’s not for everyone, but it’s so authentic. The nose is slightly reduced at first, then gives way to a burst of candied fruit. The garrigue comes through in the finish.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2011 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2008 Côtes du Roussillon Villages Le Clos des Fées displays subtle, alluring notes of ripe, jammy black fruit, combined with floral and herbaceous aromas. Rich, juicy, and velvety, it finishes with a superb concentration of black fruit, licorice, and herbal liqueur. It will continue to age beautifully over the next decade.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2012 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. PASCAL T. Published on 02/21/2024
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE P. Published on June 28, 2021
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