Domaine Auguste Clape 'Vin des Amis' Rouge, 2024 smith & cross it's even more wine-like

it's even more wine-like

Highly perfumed and lifted

Herbal and Citrus notes are plentiful in this bottling

this wine pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or gamey meats like ground venison

Domaine Auguste Clape 'Vin des Amis' Rouge, 2024 smith & cross it's even more wine-likeThis wine is made of 100% Syrah from 'friends' vineyards situated between Cornas and the Rhne river. The grapes are whole cluster, and aged in cement, before a 2 month passage in foudre to soften up even more before bottling. Basically declassified Cornas from its most renowned producer. Lighter and more fruit forward than its higher ranking cousin, but still lovely Northern Rhne Syrah. Pair it with juicy homemade burgers on the cast iron, ideally