Les Cornuds
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted lamb with herbs, grilled ribeye steak, wild mushroom stew
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Hailing from the terraced hillsides of Vinsobres, the northernmost appellation of the Southern Rhône, Les Cornuds represents a beautiful marriage of Northern and Southern Rhône styles. The name refers to the specific elevated plots where the Perrin family cultivates Syrah and Grenache at altitudes reaching up to 300 meters. This elevation exposes the vines to cool Alpine drafts, preserving a vibrant acidity and mineral tension that is rare in the sun-drenched south. In the cellar, the Perrins handle each variety with tailored care: the Syrah is partially aged in oak foudres to develop structure and subtle spice, while the Grenache is kept in stainless steel and concrete vats to safeguard its luscious red-fruit purity. The resulting wine is a testament to Vinsobres' unique terroir, balancing dark fruit, cracked black pepper, and elegant, fine-grained tannins.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in the southern Rhône Valley and closely tied to the legendary Château de Beaucastel since 1909, Famille Perrin is one of France's most respected winemaking dynasties. Under the visionary guidance of Jacques Perrin and subsequent generations, the family pioneered organic viticulture in 1950 and biodynamic farming in 1974. Based in Courthézon, they are celebrated for their masterful blending of all thirteen permitted Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties, aging their wines in traditional large oak foudres to preserve purity and terroir. Their world-class portfolio ranges from the iconic, Mourvèdre-dominant Château de Beaucastel Hommage à Jacques Perrin to expressive regional selections like Les Sinards and La Gille.