Domaine de la Mordoree La Remise Rouge 2013
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Readers who have read my past reports and, more recently, those of Jeb Dunnuck's on the Southern Rhône Valley know that Domaine de La Mordoree is one of the bright shining stars of that region, if not all of France. This estate continues to be guided by two brothers, Christophe and Fabrice Delorme, and now encompasses over 135 acres spread through several appellations. Jeb Dunnuck has reviewed the more expensive cuvees, but what follows are three terrific values offered by Mordoree. The 2013 La Remise de la Mordoree is made from 50% Marselan (a grape created by crossing Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache) and 50% Merlot. At $16 a bottle, this beauty represents great value, and is no doubt available for even less where discounted. It boasts an opaque ruby/purple color as well as a big, sweet, rich bouquet of blackcurrants and spring flowers. Medium-bodied, silky textured, mouthfilling and savory, it can be drunk over the next several years. It also makes me think that the Marselan grape could have tremendous potential down the road, but I don't believe much of it is being planted.
Coming from a long line of winegrowers, the Domaine de la Mordoree was created in 1986 with the philosophy of growing the best possible wines. To that purpose, the best plots and the finest varieties have been chosen, and the winemakers implement cultivation methods that aim at really preserving the environment, while combining tradition and modernity.
In the course of time, 55 hectares of vineyards have been grown, spread over 35 different plots and 8 communes. This division comes from the decision of choosing the best "terroirs" with a wide variety of microclimates.
Setting the standards for red wine production worldwide, France holds rank as the source of the world’s most popular red grape varieties. Famous for their elegance, grace and longevity, the red wines of France come in a variety of styles.
Burgundy claims some of the most desirable vineyard real estate on the planet and remains a source of the world’s most coveted Pinot noir. A powerhouse producer of red wines based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Bordeaux sits on France’s western side, separated from the Atlantic Ocean by a coastal pine forest. The region’s mild, maritime climate and gravel-heavy soils are perfect for the production of highly structured, cellar-worthy red wines. In the south, the long and narrow Rhône River Valley produces full-bodied, flavorful reds. Syrah makes its home in the Northern Rhône where a continental climate and steep hillside vineyards create some of the best in the world. Southern Rhône’s Grenache-based blends easily charm most any wine enthusiast. For those after a more delicate red, the Loire Valley’s Cabernet Franc maintains a loyal line of followers.