Auguste Clape, Cornas other_regions A background application of wood

A background application of wood serves as a reasonably neutral backdrop for the floral and attractively spicy aromas of plum and dark pinot fruit that is cut with a touch of earth character

This is a bit firmer than the Combottes with even more evident minerality on the delicious

ripe and almost dense

citrus fruits

the substantial tannins will require at least five years of patience

Auguste Clape, Cornas other_regions A background application of woodOne of the more backwards, tannic and austere vintages from this estate, Clapes 2005 Cornas sports a still youthful ruby color to go with lots of crushed rock like minerality, violets, pepper and gamy, meaty nuances on the nose. These flow to a medium bodied, firm, tight Cornas that has bright acidity, good concentration and plenty of tannin. Its not much fun to drink today and needs another 2 3 years of bottle age to hopefully open up; the overall