TASTING NOTES 2022 by Jeb Dunnuck
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Rasteau red “Héritage 1924” 2022
Like the 2021, the 2022 Rasteau Héritage 1924 is all Grenache from the oldest vines on the estate. Aged 9 months in concrete tank, its deeper ruby hue is followed by a rocking perfumed of red and blue fruits, peppery herbs, incense, violets, and subtle spice nuances. With medium-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and a great finish, it should shine for a solid 8-10 years if well stored. This beauty will give many a top Châteauneuf du Pape a run for its money.
92-94
Roaix red “Les Hautes Granges” 2022
Also tasted out of barrel, this wine has lots of classic darker blackberry-like fruit as well as peppery, gamey, meaty, violet-like nuances. These carry to a richer, concentrated, medium to full-bodied Syrah with nicely integrated oak, fine tannins, and a great finish. It’s impressive.
91-93+
Côtes du Rhône white “La Galopine” 2022
This wine brings a touch more richness and depth, while staying vibrant and pure. Tangerine, citrus oil, and honeyed flower notes all emerge on the nose, and it’s medium-bodied, layered, and textured, with a great finish.
91
Côtes du Rhône white “La Ponce” 2022
This wine has a juicy, citrus, mineral, and honeyed flower-driven style as well as medium-bodied richness and depth on the palate. With a terrific sense of freshness, good depth, and a great finish, it’s perfect for drinking over the coming 2-3 years.
91
Rasteau red “Argilla ad Argillam” 2022
Plenty of red and black fruits, savory garrigue, cured meats, and violet, peppery notes emerge from this wine, a medium to full-bodied, nicely concentrated Rasteau that has good mid-palate density, fine tannins, and a great finish.
90+
Carainne red “La Boutine” 2022
Lots of red fruits, savory flowers, and chalky minerality emerge from the 2022 Cairanne La Boutine, a classic, elegant, medium-bodied Cairanne. All Grenache, it’s going to have 4-6+ years of prime drinking.
90
Vin de France white “Scarabée” 2022
A unique blend of 60% Roussanne, 27% Marsanne, and the rest Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Viognier, and Muscat, this wine has an exotic bouquet of ripe lime and citrus fruits as well as sappy, minty herbs, and even a kiss of petrol, Riesling-like minerality. It’s medium-bodied, has a supple, elegant mouthfeel, and a clean, dry finish. It will be incredibly versatile on the dinner table.
89
Côtes du Rhône red “Les Sablières” 2022
This wine shows the up-front, fruity, incredibly charming style of the vintage with its perfumed black raspberry, violet, and exotic orange and floral nuances. Balanced, medium-bodied, and delicious, drink bottles over the coming 3-4 years.
88-90