A smooth, easy drinking Syrah from southern France. We review the L’Orangeraie Syrah from Maison Lorgeril.
100% Syrah from vineyards on the slopes of the Montagne Noire (Black Mountain) in the Occitan region of central southern France. The wine is vinified in concrete tanks and macerates on the skins for 3 weeks.
Sample submitted for review. The 2022 L’Orangeraie Syrah is available for as low as $14. It is imported by Albert Bichot USA LLC.
From the winery:
2022 L’Orangeraie Syrah
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Syrah
TERROIR: Clay-limestone. The grapes are grown on the slopes of the Montagne Noire.
WINE MAKING: The bunches are separated from the stems before a traditional vinification in concrete tanks. The fermentation lasts 7-10 days, followed by maceration on the skins of about three weeks to extract maximum fruit flavors.
TASTING NOTES: Dark red, almost purple color. Typically exuberant Syrah fruit (blackberry, raspberry) combines with the aromas of the garrigue – thyme, liquorice, boxwood. A rich, round mouthfeel with fine tannins, and a dry, mineral finish.
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SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 18°C
FOOD AND WINE PAIRING: Mediterranean cuisine: daube provençale, stuffed tomatoes, wild boar, cassoulet
13.5% Alcohol
The 2022 L’Orangeraie Syrah opens with lots of ripe plum and dark berry fruit, a little spice and lots of herbal notes. It’s an attractive start.
Taking a sip reveals a smooth and tasty wine with similar flavors to the nose plus a touch of black pepper in the mouth. It’s nice and easy to drink.
It ends dry with decent length and touches of minerality and was similar on day 2.
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Review Summary
Maison Lorgeril L'Orangeraie Syrah Review • Reverse Wine Snob
A smooth, easy drinking Syrah from southern France. We review the L'Orangeraie Syrah from Maison Lorgeril.
7.5
Pros
- 89-90 Points
- Good value for nice Syrah
Cons
- Might be hard to find
