Auguste Clape 'Vin des Amis' Syrah, Vin de France, Rhône Valley, France 2022
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
2999 Solano Avenue
Ste A
Napa CA 94558
United States
Auguste Clape’s 'Vin des Amis' is a charming and approachable Syrah that showcases the Clape family's dedication to quality and tradition, even in their most accessible cuvée. Made with the same care as their celebrated Cornas, it’s an ideal introduction to their Rhône Valley wines.
- WINEMAKER: Pierre-Marie and Olivier Clape
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Syrah
- TERROIR: Sourced from granite and alluvial soils in vineyards just outside the Cornas appellation, capturing the essence of the Rhône Valley terroir.
- VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in cement tanks to preserve vibrancy and fruit purity.
- AGING: Aged in cement tanks for 6-8 months.
- TASTING NOTES: Bursting with fresh blackberry, black cherry, and violet aromas, complemented by hints of black pepper and olive tapenade. Bright acidity and soft tannins make it effortlessly drinkable and versatile.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with charcuterie, roasted chicken, or a casual pizza night.
- SCORES: 90 points – Vinous.
Auguste Clape’s 'Vin des Amis' is a charming and approachable Syrah that showcases the Clape family's dedication to quality and tradition, even in their most accessible cuvée. Made with the same care as their celebrated Cornas, it’s an ideal introduction to their Rhône Valley wines.
- WINEMAKER: Pierre-Marie and Olivier Clape
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Syrah
- TERROIR: Sourced from granite and alluvial soils in vineyards just outside the Cornas appellation, capturing the essence of the Rhône Valley terroir.
- VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in cement tanks to preserve vibrancy and fruit purity.
- AGING: Aged in cement tanks for 6-8 months.
- TASTING NOTES: Bursting with fresh blackberry, black cherry, and violet aromas, complemented by hints of black pepper and olive tapenade. Bright acidity and soft tannins make it effortlessly drinkable and versatile.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with charcuterie, roasted chicken, or a casual pizza night.
- SCORES: 90 points – Vinous.
Auguste Clape’s 'Vin des Amis' is a charming and approachable Syrah that showcases the Clape family's dedication to quality and tradition, even in their most accessible cuvée. Made with the same care as their celebrated Cornas, it’s an ideal introduction to their Rhône Valley wines.
- WINEMAKER: Pierre-Marie and Olivier Clape
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Syrah
- TERROIR: Sourced from granite and alluvial soils in vineyards just outside the Cornas appellation, capturing the essence of the Rhône Valley terroir.
- VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in cement tanks to preserve vibrancy and fruit purity.
- AGING: Aged in cement tanks for 6-8 months.
- TASTING NOTES: Bursting with fresh blackberry, black cherry, and violet aromas, complemented by hints of black pepper and olive tapenade. Bright acidity and soft tannins make it effortlessly drinkable and versatile.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with charcuterie, roasted chicken, or a casual pizza night.
- SCORES: 90 points – Vinous.
Auguste Clape’s 'Vin des Amis' is a charming and approachable Syrah that showcases the Clape family's dedication to quality and tradition, even in their most accessible cuvée. Made with the same care as their celebrated Cornas, it’s an ideal introduction to their Rhône Valley wines.
- WINEMAKER: Pierre-Marie and Olivier Clape
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Syrah
- TERROIR: Sourced from granite and alluvial soils in vineyards just outside the Cornas appellation, capturing the essence of the Rhône Valley terroir.
- VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in cement tanks to preserve vibrancy and fruit purity.
- AGING: Aged in cement tanks for 6-8 months.
- TASTING NOTES: Bursting with fresh blackberry, black cherry, and violet aromas, complemented by hints of black pepper and olive tapenade. Bright acidity and soft tannins make it effortlessly drinkable and versatile.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with charcuterie, roasted chicken, or a casual pizza night.
- SCORES: 90 points – Vinous.