Clape, Auguste
Rhone, France
Cornas
Cuvee Renaissance
Syrah
2009
$79.99
14.0%
Good clarity to the red-purple core, brighter crimson rims, has that burning ember look. Strives for a high-toned approach in the nose, has red cherry, blackberry fruit of moderate stature, lots of purity and no funk, clean leather and beef jerky, not especially captivating but consistent. Medium-bodied, close to lighter than heavier, the acidity puts a charge into it from the start. Again, it's so clean that there's few challenges to the same cherry, blackberry fruit. Notable uptick in the stoniness and earthiness. Tastes so young even at what should be an approaching of middle age. Gives no clue as to where it's going.
88 points