Domaine Lionnet Terre Brulee

By Josh Raynolds
Jan/Feb 08

2006 Domaine Lionnet Terre Brulee Cornas 90-92
Ruby-red. Fresh red berry aromas are complicated by smoked meat, minerals and a seductive potpourri quality. Spicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors are braced by tangy minerality and youthfully firm tannins. Finishes with excellent lingering sweetness and a late note of violet pastille. This will be drinkable before the '05.

2005 Domaine Lionnet Terre Brulee Cornas 91
Deep red. Beguiling bouquet of raspberry, apricot, Asian spices and fresh violet. Silky red berry flavors show striking sweetness and depth, with gentle tannins adding support. Tightens up on the finish, at no expanse to the luscious, suave red fruit. (Rosenthal Wine Merchant, Pine Plains, NY)