The Vin des Amis Rouge is 100% Syrah from from 40 year old vines, which are rooted in soils filled with round river stones. It is aged for 6 months in cement cuves and 6 months in foudres. It displays gorgeous aromas with loads of black fruits, mineral, coffee bean, lavender, iron and leather. The fruit is so pure and explosive with plenty of depth, while really displaying the terroir of the Northern Rhône. It’s fresh and delicious with a long elegant finish. The 2012 ‘Vin des Amis’ is the best in recent memory and a serious value. (Best 2015-2022) - December, 2013 (MD)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: December, 2013
- Producer: Domaine Auguste Clape
- Vintage: 2012
- Drinking Window: 2014-2022
- Estimated Value: $30
- Country: France
- Region: Rhône Valley
- Appellation: Northern Rhône
- Importer: N/A