2024 Etienne Lirac Coronati

Our “Reserve” Lirac bottling – Coronati means “crowned ones” and represents the pinnacle of our efforts in Lirac. A blend of 65% Syrah, 23% Grenache, 6% Carignan, 6% Mourvedre and 100% barrel aged in once used and older French oak. Only 117 cases produced. 97 POINTS – THE SOMM JOURNAL Etienne 2024 Coronati, Lirac AOC, Rhône Valley, France ($72) “Produced only in the best vintages from 60-year-old vines, this blend of 65% Syrah, 23% Grenache with percentages of Carignan and Mourvèdre shows exceptionally well. Its color is an invitation of brick and garnet leading to a profile of powdered cocoa that coats the teeth. Silk and suede tannins caress violets and juicy purple plum with a dousing of generous black cherries. There’s a savory seam beneath the sun-warmed blackberry center – leather and cured meats – both rustic and refined.”