The 2020 Cornas Les Grandes Terrasses from Paul Jaboulet Aîné is a powerful Syrah showcasing ripe black berries, dark plums, and smoky, clove-spiced notes. It’s full-bodied with fine tannins and well-integrated oak, delivering a rich, creamy texture and a long, savory finish marked by hints of bay leaf and iron. Fresh and lively, this muscular red is perfect for those who enjoy bold, fruit-forward Rhône wines.

James Suckling | JS 93
Published: Jun 7, 2023

A dense and profound nose of ripe black berries, dark plums, smoke and cloves. Full-bodied with fine tannins. Good integration of oak here framing the wine. Rich core of berries at the center with a creamy texture and a generous, ample finish. Drink or hold.

Vivino | Vivino 4.0

It has deep ruby with purple highlights. It is red and black fruits, spices and licorice. Tannic and very structured.

Jaboulet.com

Fresh and very lively, with well-integrated acidity driving the delicious plum, blackcurrant and blackberry aromas. Lots of bay leaf, savory and iron notes flow through the finish. The finish is marked by notes of bay leaf, savory and iron.
Wine style : A muscular and fruity wine.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: Approximately 14–14.5% ABV; exact bottling specification not confirmed
Closure: Natural cork
Harvest: 2020; hand-harvested
Oak: Matured in French oak barrels; exact ageing duration and proportion of new oak not confirmed
Varietals: 100% Syrah
Farming: Sustainable viticulture; specific organic certification not confirmed
Vineyard Area: Les Grandes Terrasses, Cornas, Northern Rhône Valley, France; steep granite-rich slopes
Vinification: Carefully selected Syrah grapes are fermented under controlled conditions, with maceration to extract colour, structure and aromatic complexity, followed by maturation in French oak barrels
Winemaker: Paul Jaboulet Aîné winemaking team
Region: Cornas AOC, Northern Rhône Valley, France

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: Decant for approximately 1–2 hours before serving
Food Pairing: Grilled beef, roast lamb, venison, duck breast, game dishes, and mature hard cheeses