Wines | Vintage | Competition | Score | Comment EN |
CHÂTEAU DE LUC LES JUMELLES BLANC | 2022 | James Suckling | 91 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A minerally, textural and well-composed white. The nose shows notes of stone fruit, spiced apples, dried herbs and some warm spices. It’s medium-bodied, vivid and seductive. Good structure shaping up the mid-palate, with a velvety texture and a long, succulent finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
CHÂTEAU DE LUC LES JUMELLES ROUGE | 2021 | James Suckling | 91 | 22 Aug, 2023 – Currants, dried thyme, bay leaves and stones on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Balanced with a harmonious core of juicy berries and a lively finish with some spices. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
CHÂTEAU DE LUC LES JUMELLES ROUGE | 2020 | James Suckling | 91 | 11 Jan, 2023 – Aromas of blackberries, dark cherries, bark and baking spices. Medium-bodied with creamy tannins. Layered with finely grained texture. Structured and balanced. A blend of carignan, grenache, mourvedre and syrah. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
CHÂTEAU DE LUC VEREDUS | 2021 | James Suckling | 91 | A rich nose of ripe blackberries, dark plums, currants and plenty of dried Mediterranean herbs. Medium body with fine tannins. Good harmony and balance with creamy fruit at the center and a vivid finish. Carignan, mourvedre, syrah and grenache. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
DOMAINE DE LUC SYRAH-VIOGNIER | 2023 | James Suckling | 90 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A dense, fruit-driven and playful blend of syrah and viognier with aromas of dark cherries, currants, violets and a touch of cassis. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and a spicy character at the center bringing vitality. Fruity and satisfying finish. Drink now. |
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CHÂTEAU FABRE GASPARETS CRU BOUTENAC | 2020 | James Suckling | 91 | 22 Aug, 2023 – Aromas of blackberries, currants, dried herbs, bark and some black earth, too. Full-bodied with chalky tannins. Rich and well-structured with a powdery texture towards the berry-like finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
CHÂTEAU FABRE GASPARETS LA SERRE | 2020 | James Suckling | 91 | 22 Aug, 2023 – A scented nose with mulberries, dark plums, dried herbs, bark, black pepper and some cloves. It’s medium-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Round with good volume on the mid-palate and the finish is full of vitality and vibrant spices. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
LOUIS ANDRIEU ORANGE WINE | 2023 | James Suckling | 88 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A fruity, dense yet soft orange wine. Aromas of apricots, quince paste and some marmalade. Medium-bodied with a linear and mellow character. Soft finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
GRANDE COURTADE CHARDONNAY | 2023 | James Suckling | 89 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A round. textural and opulent chardonnay with notes of baked cherries, toast and sweet spices. Medium-bodied with a soft and supple character throughout. Rich fruit and more sweet spices kick in toward the finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
GRANDE COURTADE INSTANT ROSÉ | 2023 | James Suckling | 90 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A round, fruity and delicious rosé with notes of wild strawberries, red currants and mild spices. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Succulent and deliciously fruity, with crunchy small berries toward the finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
GRANDE COURTADE INSTANT SAUVIGNON BLANC | 2023 | James Suckling | 89 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A round, fruity and satisfying sauvignon blanc with lemons, herbs and stone fruit on the nose. It’s light- to medium-bodied with a mellow development on the palate. Fruity and well-rounded finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
GRANDE COURTADE PINOT NOIR | 2023 | James Suckling | 88 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A light, soft and mellow pinot noir with notes of cherries, currants and grilled herbs on the nose. Light-bodied with silky tannins. Very juicy, with some red currant character at the center and an evasive finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
INSTANT BULLE PETNAT | 2023 | James Suckling | 88 | 4 Jun, 2024 – An herbal, fresh and laid back sparkling wine with limes, pebbles and pears on the nose. Medium-bodied with a fresh character developing and a simple finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. Crown cap. |
Le Cerf et le Vigneron Sauvignon Blanc-Viognier | 2022 | James Suckling | 89 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A laid-back, juicy and tangy white blend of sauvignon blanc and viognier. It’s light-bodied, soft and fruity with a short, comforting finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. Screw cap. |
LUX FORTIS CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2023 | James Suckling | 89 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A fruit-driven, pulpy and generous cabernet sauvignon. Plenty of crushed raspberries, dark chocolate and sweet cherries on the nose. Medium-bodied with soft tannins and a mellow character. Fruity and joyful with a simple finish. From organically grown grapes. No sulfites added. Drink now. Screw cap. |
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LUX DE LUC RED | 2022 | James Suckling | 92 | 10 Aug, 2023 – A enticing nose of plums, dried thyme, bay leaves, stones and baking spices. Medium body with creamy tannins and texture. Well-rounded and fruit driven with lots of cassis and cherries on the palate and a flavorful, delicious finish. Carignan and mourvedre. From organically grown grapes. No sulfites added. Drink now. |
LUX DE LUC WHITE | 2022 | James Suckling | 89 | 9 Aug, 2023 – Lemons zest, burnt orange rind, Mediterranean herbs and warm spice on the nose following through to a light to medium body with a supple character. Soft and a little lean towards the fresh finish. Roussanne, rolle and grenache blanc. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
LUX LEVIS CINSAULT | 2022 | James Suckling | 89 | 3 Jun, 2024 – A light. juicy and fruity cinsault with plenty of crunchy character. Aromas of spiced cherries, bay leaves, mushrooms and herbs. Medium-bodied with a soft character throughout. Juicy berries and a fresh yet short finish. No sulfites added. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
TOUR DE RIEUX LA BERGERIE | 2019 | James Suckling | 89 | 21 Apr, 2023 – Some bitter spices and pin |