Domaine La Casenove - Cuvée Commandant François Jaubert 2010
15/20
RVF
1*Étoile
Hachette
90/100
Robert Parker
“This sunny, spirited expression of a pure Syrah—confident, very dense, with dark, candied notes of tar and resin, and an intimidating alcoholic presence—is intended for lovers of sculptural, massive wines.” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2017 - RVF)
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Eye
deep black dress
Nose
Aromas of ripe fruit blend with earthy and foresty scents
Palate
Its tight structure encapsulates aromas that are austere for now but will develop over time
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2030
Food and Wine Pairings
You need bold yet elegant flavors and aromas that complement the wine's complexity. Avoid overly rich sauces and perhaps opt for simply roasted game birds; a slightly aged mallard would be a good pairing...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
A former press photographer, Étienne Montès took over the family estates, Casenove and Saint-Luc. The La Garrigue and Torrespeyres wines form the core of the lineup and are easy to enjoy. The Commandant-Jaubert wine is produced only when the vintage is suitable. It is named after a sailor—Étienne’s great-great-uncle—who built the estate.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2014) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
About the wine:
Formerly a photojournalist at the Gamma agency, Étienne Montes eventually settled in Trouillas to carry on the family estate located in the foothills of the Aspres, southwest of Perpignan. He produces a diverse range of wines with distinct personalities, including this cuvée, which is no stranger to our readers. A pure Syrah named after an ancestor of the estate’s owner. The intense, nearly black color shows a hint of aging in its highlights. The nose is concentrated and smoky, with notes of crushed red berries and licorice—the latter remaining present and intense on the palate. Initially pleasantly supple, the palate then reveals powerful tannins against a rich, full-bodied texture, returning to the smoky aromas in the finish. This wine pairs beautifully with game, such as hare à la royale.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2016 guide) 90/100 (Excellent wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Selected Wineries (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the wineries listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the very best of French wine production.)
About the wine:
This sunny, lively expression of a pure Syrah—full of poise, very dense, with dark, candied notes of tar and resin, and an intimidating alcoholic presence—is intended for lovers of sculptural, massive wines.
About the estate:
Etienne Montès, a former renowned press photographer, has been at the helm of the family estate since the late 1980s. With his deep understanding of his terroirs and their potential, he produces a fine range of IGP Côtes Catalanes wines, ranging from simple, fruit-forward wines to full-bodied cuvées—such as the very famous Commandant Jaubert. The fortified wines (VDN) are very serious in character but sometimes struggle to temper their warmth. The entire range is authentic and of a high standard. Wine lovers will find beautiful, authentic wines here that age very well in the cellar. However, a tendency toward heavy alcohol content is a recurring issue, which detracts from the finesse of the wines and leads us to withhold a star from the estate. A few technical and stylistic adjustments would likely suffice to breathe new life into the style of these wines, whose depth of flavor is undeniable.