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Jean-Luc Colombo, Cornas La Louvee 2007
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Reviewed by: Josh Raynolds
Bright purple. Wilder, more pungent aromas of dark berries, smoked meat and licorice, with a peppery undertone. Sweet cassis and mocha flavors coat the palate and become spicier in the glass. Showing the combination of richness and energy that it did from barrel, with mounting richness and velvety tannins. This big, brooding, chewy wine demands some bottle aging. I'd serve it with a piece of peppery grilled lamb or steak.
About the Producer
Jean Luc is famous for his wine, and he is also known for his friendliness, generosity, and warm hospitality. When Jean Luc travels around the world to promote their wines, Lauren oversees the winery and business development. Owning three vineyards Wine from the North Rhone Valley is brewed and aged in the cellar located in Kornas. This small name only covers 150 hectares (a total area of approximately 370 acres), with steep lace terraces overlooking the Rhone River. Located in Aldesh Province, just south of Kolnas in the west of Valence, San Pere is the southernmost end of the North Rhone River and is affected by the climate of two regions (Mediterranean and continental climate). For a long time, this term has been overlooked and is now being reborn. Their wines (all white wines) are charming due to their floral quality, minerals, consistent texture, and long classic finishes. Jean Luc wants to return to his Provence origins in the early 21st century. Near Marseille Bay, in the limestone mountains facing the Mediterranean, Jean Luc purchased land from various homeowners, which allowed him to create a new vineyard and planted it in 2009. This vineyard is located in an area called "Vallon de Champs Fleuri" in the middle of a pine forest. On a piece of land near Jean Luc's birthplace, there are cypress and olive trees (commonly known as the Blue Coast - a coast extending west from Marseille along the Mediterranean Sea).
