The 2016 Syrah “Cordeloux” from Domaine Bénetière is an exceptional wine, demonstrating the Bénetière family’s mastery of Syrah cultivation and winemaking. Despite being classified as Vin de France, this wine delivers a quality level on par with prestigious appellations, offering rich aromatics, balanced tannic structure, and impressive aging potential. Ideal for pairing with sophisticated dishes, it is sure to delight lovers of fine Rhône Valley wines.
2016 Vin de France Syrah "Cordeloux" Domaine Bénetière
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The 2016 Syrah “Cordeloux” from Domaine Bénetière is an exceptional wine, demonstrating the Bénetière family’s mastery of Syrah cultivation and winemaking. Despite being classified as Vin de France, this wine delivers a quality level on par with prestigious appellations, offering rich aromatics, balanced tannic structure, and impressive aging potential. Ideal for pairing with sophisticated dishes, it is sure to delight lovers of fine Rhône Valley wines.
Winery: Domaine Marie et Pierre Bénetière
Grapes: Syrah
Region: Côte Rôtie, Northern Rhône Valley, Rhône Valley, France
Appellation: Vin de France
Color: Red
Bottle Size: 0.75 L
Description
The 2016 Syrah “Cordeloux” from Domaine Marie et Pierre Bénetière is a remarkable wine, even under the “Vin de France” appellation. Produced by the talented winemakers Marie and Pierre Bénetière, this wine showcases the full potential of Syrah cultivated on the steep terroirs of Côte Rôtie.
Blend
This wine is made from 100% Syrah, highlighting the purity and intensity of this iconic Rhône Valley varietal.
Tasting Notes
Color: A deep purple hue with violet highlights, signaling youth and concentration.
Nose: Complex and captivating, the nose offers aromas of black fruits like blackberry and blueberry, floral notes of violet, and spicy undertones of black pepper and licorice. Smoky and mineral touches evoke the granite terroir of Côte Rôtie.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is powerful yet elegant, with a silky texture and fine but firm tannins. Ripe black fruit flavors are complemented by spicy, leathery, and tobacco notes, along with a pronounced minerality. Balanced acidity adds freshness and leads to a long, harmonious finish.
Aging Potential
The 2016 Syrah “Cordeloux” has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed now to appreciate its youth and intensity, but will develop further complexity and depth with a few more years of aging, reaching its peak between 2022 and 2030.
Food Pairings
This high-quality Syrah pairs wonderfully with rich, flavorful dishes such as:
Grilled ribeye steak or peppercorn sauce
Herb-roasted lamb
Cassoulet
Game dishes like wild boar or venison
Strong, aged cheeses such as Bleu d’Auvergne or mature Comté
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