Alain Jaume Clos De Sixte Lirac 2016
| Category | Red Wine |
| Varietals | |
| Brand | Alain Jaume |
| Origin | France, Rhône, Lirac |
| Alcohol/vol | 15% |
Geologically similar to Chateauneuf du Pape, it is no wonder that winemaker Alain Jaume was drawn to this amazing site in Lirac. Clos Sixte is all from a single domaine made up of 50% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 15% Mourvedre that spends about 14 months in a mix of concrete tanks and french barrels. The 2016 vintage is superb and has expressive notes of kirsch, cassis and creme de mure.
Wine Advocate
- wa93+
The 2016 Lirac Domaine du Clos de Sixte is a terrific wine, easily the rival to many Châteauneufs from across the river, starting with its alluring aromas of flowering garrigue and ripe cherries. A blend of 50% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre, this full-bodied wine is lush and concentrated on the palate, then turns velvety on the long finish. I'd treat it like a Châteauneuf du Pape in terms of cellaring: hold it for a few years, then drink it over the next 15.
Wine Enthusiast
- we93
Fleshy plum and black-cherry flavors are juxtaposed by dark shades of anise, crushed granite and sage in this bold, richly textured wine. Polished and penetrating, the wine is lifted by tangs of crushed mineral on the midpalate. It drinks beautifully now but should continue to improve through 2026.
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Alain Jaume Clos De Sixte Lirac 2016 1.5L
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