Simon Field | Unassuming of hue and aromatic, a pleasant, almost sweet example, ripe and modestly exotic, lowish acidity yet quite complete; monolithic and stentorian, yet faithful to the vintage, and with a gentle twist of bitterness on the finish to complement the mid-palate generosity. | 88
Andrew Jefford | Mid-gold in color. Sweet and warm, with some melon and cooked-sugar sweetness. On the palate, the wine is firm, sinewy, close-knit, with bright though well-rounded acidity, and plenty of depth and resource. This is a little monolithic and close-hewn at this stage, but I suspect it will acquire more intricacy in a year or two. | 90
John Livingstone-Learmonth | Yellow robe, with a sheen. Nuts, peach, and a hint of white raisin show in a nose that is closely bound together. The palate attacks well on bright white fruits and prolongs its tasty content with a sure hand. The flavor assembles around peach above all. This would be very good with halibut or monkfish, and it deserves a bonne table. It’s exuberant and showing very well now. To 2021/22. | 91
Details
Wine expert | Andrew Jefford Simon Field John Livingstone-Learmonth |
Tastings year | 2017 |
Region | Rhône |
Appellation | AOC |
% Alcohol By Volume | 14 |
Domaine Chante Cigale

