Auguste Clape Cornas 2021

Auguste Clape Cornas 2021 is a benchmark expression of Syrah from one of the Rhône Valley’s most revered cru appellations. Sourced from the estate’s oldest vines, with a significant share from the prized Reynard area, it combines depth, structure, and remarkable finesse in a style that has helped define Cornas for generations.

Tasting Notes
Deep, dark and concentrated in the glass, this 2021 shows the kind of density and presence associated with top Cornas. Aromatically, expect black fruit, violets, peppery spice, and earthy, savory notes, with a touch of mineral austerity that gives the wine its classic northern Rhône character. On the palate, it is broad and full-bodied, with a rich core of fruit, ripe tannins, and a layered, expansive texture. The 2021 vintage brings both power and precision, finishing with excellent length and balance. While already impressive, this is a wine that will reward patience and can age beautifully for many years.

Production
The wine comes from old-vine Cornas parcels, including a notable proportion from Reynard, one of the appellation’s most respected sites. Cornas’s steep granite slopes and warm exposure are central to the wine’s intensity, giving Syrah the structure, mineral drive, and depth that have made the appellation famous. Vinification follows a traditional approach aimed at preserving authenticity and site expression.

Food & Serving
This is a natural match for richly flavored dishes such as grilled ribeye, braised lamb, venison, roast duck, or slow-cooked beef with herbs and peppery sauces. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours if drinking young, to allow the wine to open and show its full aromatic complexity.

Producer
Auguste Clape is one of the most legendary names in Cornas and a reference point for traditional northern Rhône Syrah. The estate helped establish the appellation’s reputation for serious, age-worthy wines, and remains admired for its uncompromising style and old-school authenticity. Today, the wines continue to be highly sought after by collectors and Rhône lovers alike.

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