Auguste et Pierre-Marie Clape

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Auguste et Pierre-Marie Clape 2003 Syrah (Cornas)

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Price $82

Rich, creamy and lush, this is like no other Clape Cornas before or since. Jammy raspberry fruit coats the palate, yet without seeming simple or heavy because there’s also a remarkable sense of minerality and balance. Long on the finish, buffered by soft tannins. As this ages, expect to see some of the jamminess recede and more of the minerality emerge. Drink… — J.C. (9/1/2007)

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Auguste et Pierre-Marie Clape 2004 Syrah (Cornas)

Price $82

Seems to have almost a hint of acetate on the nose, but there’s no evidence of volatility on the mildly creamy palate, where bright cherry fruit is accented by cracked peppercorns. Turns a bit chewier on the finish, but remains balanced. Drink 2008–2014. — J.C. (9/1/2007)

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Auguste et Pierre-Marie Clape 2003 Renaissance Syrah (Cornas)

Price $57

For a cuvée intended to be drunk young, this is packed with material. It’s thick and dense with jammy raspberry fruit, a product of the hot vintage and tiny yields. Still slightly tannic, so hold off another couple of years. Drink 2010–2020. — J.C. (9/1/2007)

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Auguste et Pierre-Marie Clape 2004 Renaissance Syrah (Cornas)

Price $57

Intended to offer a taste of Cornas at an earlier age, the 2004 Renaissance features bright strawberry fruit. It’s a bit peppery and herbal, with a light, less tannic structure. Approachable now. — J.C. (9/1/2007)

Most Reviewed Designations

Renaissance

Most Reviewed Varietals

Syrah

2010 Center of Effort

A big, strong Pinot with pure, focused flavors of raspberry cream…

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