# Cornas (2018)

- **Producer:** Domaine Philippe et Vincent Jaboulet
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €50
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–17 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black pepper, black cherry, blackberry, plum, cedar, vanilla, chocolate, cloves, smoke, mushroom, forest floor, liquorice, leather, earth

## About this wine

Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet Cornas 2018 is a red wine from the Northern Rhône Valley, made solely from Syrah grapes. The Jaboulet family, with a deep-rooted history in Rhône winemaking, established their domain in 2006, focusing on traditional methods and sustainable viticulture. The Cornas appellation is known for its challenging, steep slopes composed of granite, which contribute to the wine's complexity. The 2018 vintage was a warm and ripe year in the Northern Rhône, resulting in wines with concentration and fruit expression.

## Interesting facts

- Cornas is one of the smallest appellations in the Northern Rhône.
- The name 'Cornas' likely derives from a Celtic word meaning 'burnt land'.
- This wine is 100% Syrah, a strict AOC requirement for Cornas.
- The Jaboulet family's winemaking legacy in the Rhône dates back generations.

## Food pairing

The full body and firm tannins of this Syrah are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, helping to cleanse the palate. The wine's inherent dark fruit and spicy notes can echo or contrast with savory herbs, earthy mushrooms, and rich sauces, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet Cornas begins with hand-harvesting and chilling the Syrah grapes. Fermentation occurs in wooden vats with a maceration period of three to four weeks, utilizing pump-overs and punch-downs. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in oak barrels, with 50% of them being new. This approach aims to capture the essence of the Syrah grape and the Cornas terroir.