Rhône Theme
Timed Online Auction, 13 - 20 February 2023
Rhône Theme
About the SessionThe first sale of the 2023 Strauss & Co Fine Wine Auction calendar is an exciting Rhône valley and Rhône-style offering.
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About this Item
'Harvested at around 24° Balling. 50% whole bunch. Fermented naturally in 500 litre, open French oak barrel. After fermentation, left on skins for another 20 days. Hand pressed with small basket press. Malolactic fermentation in barrel and the wine was matured for 16 months in 20% new French oak.' - Auction Year: 2016
Provenance
Private Client
Critics Ratings
'There's a ton of herbal, earthy tea-like tones to the nose of this wine, supported by notes of black plum, cherry and currant. The palate is smooth upon entry, with satiny tannins and plush, ripe fruit flavors that finish rich and spicy. It's delicious and decadent, though the complexity reigns on the nose as opposed to the palate. It's accessible now, but should hold well through 2022.' - Wine Enthusiast, 90/100 (Jan 2017)
'Mid crimson. Attractive peppery and dusty nose. Light and fresh but a little bit too sweet for comfort. Very dry finish though. Clearly not yet ready. Should blossom pretty effectively.' - Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com, 16.5/20 (Oct 2017)
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