Vineyards:
The vineyard is located 40 kilometers north of Châteauneuf-du-Pape at an altitude of about 300 meters, benefiting from a cool climate suited to Syrah. Les Hauts de Julien comes from a very old plot of vines (about 90 years old) co-planted with Syrah and Grenache. Region: Rhône Valley Appellation: Vinsobres AOP Vintage: 2012
2012 is a contrasting vintage between a mild start to the year that became icy during the month of February. A cool and wet spring, followed by a dry and windy July, then a very hot August. To finish with ideal harvest conditions. So many conditions that make it a very beautiful vintage Color: Red Capacity: 750 ml Grape varieties: Grenache, Syrah Packaging: Cardboard Alcohol: 14.5 Advice:
It goes perfectly with shellfish, crustaceans and fish accompanied by sauces with Provençal herbs. Tasting:
Appearance: Intense red color.
Nose: Red fruits, blackcurrant, undergrowth.
Flavor: Magnificent texture of great purity. Serving Temperature: 17 Comments
Score (94 - 96)
Date Tasted 2015 - 2032 Review by Jeb Dunnuck
Release Date October 31, 2014
Source 215, The Wine Advocate Much more open and expressive than when I tasted it last year (or, in other words, I underestimated it), the 2012 Côtes du Rhône Villages Vinsobres les Hauts de Julien is from nearly 100-year-old vines in the northern reaches of the Southern Rhône. A blend of Syrah and Grenache still in barrel, it offers thrilling notes of smoky black fruits, peppery meats, graphite, and plenty of minerality to accompany a full-bodied, concentrated, and serious mouthfeel. It’s impressive in every way and may be the best Vinsobres I’ve ever tasted. I wouldn't be surprised to see this wine still drink brilliantly for 20 years. |
