Domaine du Tunnel
Domaine du Tunnel Cornas
4.0
Expert Rating
4.2
Regularly Reviewed
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine du Tunnel Cornas is an outstanding red wine produced by Domaine du Tunnel, a highly regarded winery located in the Cornas appellation of the northern Rhône Valley, France. The wine is made from 100% Syrah grapes grown in steep vineyards with granite soils, which lend unique characteristics to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including whole-cluster fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a full-bodied wine with a complex flavor profile that showcases the terroir of the region. Expect notes of black fruit, black pepper, and a hint of smoke, with a long and intense finish. This is a wine that truly embodies the quality and expertise of the Domaine du Tunnel winery.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Domaine du Tunnel Cornas is a remarkable Syrah from the Northern Rhône Valley.It has aromas of blackberry, black plum, and hints of smoky bacon. The taste is full-bodied, with layers of dark fruit, tobacco, and pepper. The tannins are well-structured, giving a lasting finish with a hint of dried herbs. Overall, this is a complex and well-balanced wine that will continue to improve with age.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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2059
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine du Tunnel
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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