Domaine Vincent Paris - Cornas Le Geynale 2020
Price: $79.96
| Producer | Domaine Vincent Paris |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Varietal | Syrah |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 795893 |
| Size | 750ml |
Vincent Paris began his wine making career in 1997 in Cornas after working a couple vintages with his Uncle, Robert Michel. About 2/3rds of Vincent's production is devoted to Cornas and the star of Vincent's Syrah show is his production dubbed "La Geynale."
The name "La Geynale" represents a combination of the two vineyard sources for this; Genale, and a 20% touch of Reynard. Genale is the a vineyard that Vincent purchased from his uncle. One of the great vineyards in the area, if features very old vine Syrah (planted 1910). Vincent takes this fruit (he allows only four bunches per vine vs. 5-7 usually allowed). Fermentation happens in oak (2/3) and tank with whole clusters used. Aging in oak follows for about 12 months.
Wine Advocate: 96-98 Points
Ancient vines, a near-perfect southern exposition and Paris's genius touch combine in his 2020 Cornas la Geynale, which merits serious consideration as wine of the vintage within the tiny Cornas appellation. Spectacular aromas of blueberries and cassis lead the way, garnished by hints of sage, bay leaf, licorice and crushed stone. Full-bodied and ripe, it's nevertheless neither overly heavy nor rich, with an intriguing sense of weightlessness that easily carries that swirl of flavors through the long, silky finish. (JC)
Vinous Media: 96 Points
Saturated ruby. A powerfully scented bouquet evokes ripe, spice-accented black and blue fruits, potpourri and exotic spices, along with savory olive paste, botanical herbs and smoked meat notes. Shows superb clarity, energy and depth to its sappy cassis, bitter cherry, licorice and candied violet flavors, which becomes livelier as the wine gains air. Dusty tannins build through a wonderfully long, smoky and mineral-driven finish that strongly echoes the spice and floral notes. (JR)
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