{"product_id":"auguste-clape-cornas-2020","title":"Auguste Clape Cornas 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuguste Clape's Cornas is a still red wine that embodies the essence of the Rhône Valley through the use of \u003cstrong\u003eSyrah\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes. To the eye, it reveals a deep ruby red hue, a prelude to a structured aromatic profile where hints of almond skin and cherry emerge, enriched by herbal nuances and ferrous notes. On the palate, it expresses a full-bodied character, supported by \u003cstrong\u003esweet, ripe tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that define a dense and velvety texture. The tasting concludes with a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely celebrated by international critics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates in the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eCornas\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the northern Rhône Valley. The grapes selected for its production come from the \u003cstrong\u003eoldest vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Auguste Clape estate, rooted in soils with extraordinary winemaking potential. A fundamental part of the harvest comes from the renowned Reynard locality, a celebrated \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial cru\u003c\/strong\u003e appreciated for its unique characteristics. This exceptional terroir gives the wine a broad gustatory substance and a solid structure, maintaining a sip of remarkable concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuguste Clape's production approach aims to enhance the natural density of the grapes, carefully interpreted by this historic independent winemaker. The solid structure achieved ensures the wine has an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can extend from fifteen to twenty-five years. To fully appreciate its complexity and organoleptic nuances, a \u003cstrong\u003epreliminary decanting\u003c\/strong\u003e of about an hour is recommended. This measure allows the wine to be served at the \u003cstrong\u003eideal temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e, between 16 and 18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Cornas by Auguste Clape, an undisputed pioneer of the Northern Rhône, represents the excellence of French viticulture. This majestic \u003cstrong\u003epure Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from the oldest vineyards of the family estate, with roots in the renowned cru of the Reynard locality. The result of the dedication of a proud \u003cstrong\u003eindependent winemaker\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine has received the prestigious score of \u003cstrong\u003e97\/100 from Robert Parker\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming itself as an absolute masterpiece with an ageing potential of up to 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Clape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44541554557099,"sku":"40428","price":198.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/auguste-clape-cornas-2020_40428_1_4e4fb54d-c156-4337-b090-6ec220b36918.webp?v=1773692693","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-se\/products\/auguste-clape-cornas-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}