2016 Pierre Amadieu Cairanne 'Les Hautes Rives'

Pierre Amadieu

France / Côtes du Rhône / Pierre Amadieu

The Hautes Rives vineyards are located on the hillside slopes above the village of Cairanne, and are bordered by cliffs overlooking the Aygues River. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah are naturally a perfect combination on marl soils covered with pebble stones. In order to keep all its original fruit and elegance, the Amadieu family crafts this cuvée focusing on simplicity. Charming and full-flavored, this red Cairanne offers a suave combination of balance and freshness.

November, 2017

Joe Czerwinski

Wine Advocate

90 points

The 2016 Cairanne les Hautes Rives represents another terrific value from this underrated appellation. It's full-bodied, creamy and rich but not heavy, with peppery nuances dusted over a core of black cherries and plums. It finishes long and velvety.

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About Pierre Amadieu

Pierre Amadieu is a family-owned domaine established in 1929 in the village of Gigondas. Wines are made, matured and bottled on the estate, which now covers 140 hectares. Pierre is in charge of winemaking and maturation, while his uncle Claude runs the vineyard. The vines are mostly planted on hillsides between 230m and 500m up, facing north-northwest and surrounded by 200 hectares of garrigue and holm oaks. The exposure gives good aeration and avoids excessive sun in full summer, with extended ripening lending the wines freshness, depth and complexity. The wines are vibrant modern Rhônes, very restaurant-friendly and eminently drinkable.

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