2020 Cornas, Les Vieilles Vignes, Alain Voge, Rhône Hidden Gem Mark Pardoe

Mark Pardoe

Burghound (June 2016)

Even the empty glass afterwards shows an extraordinary aroma of violets

they succeeded in creating cloud cover which saved the vast majority of the vineyards

It sports a dark and thick texture with plump fruit and spice

2020 Cornas, Les Vieilles Vignes, Alain Voge, Rhône Hidden Gem Mark PardoeHailing from 60 to 70 year old vines grown higher up the slopes in the lieux dits of Mazard and La Cte. About 20% whole bunch is included in the ferment and the wine sees 10% new oak adding a subtle twist of spice. Concentrated notes of plums, black cherries, and wild blueberries lead to a firm, mineral finish. Tannins are bold but velvety. Drink 2023 to 2035+. Georgina Haacke, Wine Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (Mar 2022)