Domaine Richeaume Provence Cuvée Columelle 2016

Domaine Richeaume

Domaine Richeaume is one of the leading producers in Provence for us. The second generation owner Sylvain Hoesch has vineyards at the foot of the Saint Victoire mountain, near the city of Aix-en-Provence. This terroir is known to connoisseurs as an absolute top location. The working method on the domaine is completely organic, which means, among other things, that only organic fertilizer is used.

This Cuvée Columelle (named after the Roman Columella, a researcher in the field of grape varieties) is an assembly of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes from vineyards with a low yield (35 hl / ha). The wine matures for about twelve months in new oak casks and has an enormous concentration and complexity. This is undoubtedly one of the best of the South of France!

Shelf life

Ready to drink from five years after harvest and if desired keep until twelve years after harvest.

Awards

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Vinum - September 2017: 17.5 / 20 points

Description
Trotz 14.5% by volume Alkohol mit Leichtigkeit, erinnert strukturell fast an einen Nebbiolo. Im Bouquet Tannennadeln, kühler Wald, dunkle Kirsche, geröstete Paprika, am Gaumen dann mittelkörnige Tannine, who fell Grip geben. Feine Toastungsnoten vom Holz. Saft und Frische.

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Decanter - World Wine Awards 2017: Silver Medal | 91/100 points

Description
Rich, ripe and complex inky dark and peppery fruit, well-handled oak, firm mineral tannins, nice structure with a soft and supple finish.

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Perswijn - May / June 2017: ***** Excellent | Winner in the tasting of Southern French red blends

Description
Beautiful fruit, broad, vanilla, luscious and intense, finesse, beautiful tannins, great