The 2020 Cornas “Empreintes” from Domaine Durand is an exceptional wine that perfectly embodies the power and richness of the Cornas terroir. With its intense black fruit aromas, spicy notes, and solid tannic structure, this wine is built for aging, offering a beautiful evolution over the years. It is an ideal choice for lovers of Northern Rhône Syrah and pairs wonderfully with meat dishes and aged cheeses. A wine of character, perfect for special occasions.
2020 Cornas "Empreintes" Domaine Durand
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The 2020 Cornas “Empreintes” from Domaine Durand is an exceptional wine that perfectly embodies the power and richness of the Cornas terroir. With its intense black fruit aromas, spicy notes, and solid tannic structure, this wine is built for aging, offering a beautiful evolution over the years. It is an ideal choice for lovers of Northern Rhône Syrah and pairs wonderfully with meat dishes and aged cheeses. A wine of character, perfect for special occasions.
Winery: Domaine Éric & Joël Durand
Grapes: Syrah
Region: Cornas, Northern Rhône Valley, Rhône Valley, France
Appellation: Cornas
Color: Red
Format: 0.75 L bottle
Description
The 2020 Cornas “Empreintes” from Domaine Durand is a powerful and complex red wine, sourced from the emblematic granitic terroirs of Cornas. This cuvée, named after the “imprints” left by the terroir on the wine, perfectly expresses the strength and elegance of Syrah cultivated in this region. The 2020 vintage, marked by favorable weather conditions, allowed for optimal grape maturation, producing a wine with great concentration and impressive structure.
Blend
100% Syrah, the king grape variety of the Northern Rhône Valley, which brings aromatic intensity, depth, and a marked tannic structure. The Syrah grown in Cornas stands out for its mineral and spicy notes, deriving from the region’s granitic soils.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: The wine shows a deep, almost black, purple hue with violet reflections.
Nose: An intense and complex nose revealing aromas of black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), spices like black pepper and licorice, along with smoky and mineral notes reminiscent of the terroir. With aeration, subtle hints of violet, leather, and garrigue emerge, adding further complexity.
Palate: The palate is rich and structured, with powerful yet well-integrated tannins. The deep and concentrated black fruit flavors are complemented by touches of cocoa, spices, and flint. The finish is long, persistent, and highlighted by a distinctive minerality, the hallmark of great Cornas wines.
Aging Potential
The 2020 Cornas “Empreintes” has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed now to appreciate its power and intensity, but it will also evolve beautifully over 10 to 15 years or more. Over time, it will gain complexity, developing aromas of undergrowth, truffle, and leather, while softening its tannins.
Food and Wine Pairing
This structured and powerful Cornas pairs perfectly with hearty and flavorful dishes:
Grilled or roasted red meats (ribeye, leg of lamb)
Braised dishes (beef stew, venison civet)
Game with sauce (wild boar, venison)
Aged hard cheeses (Comté, aged Cantal)
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