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Clairmont Classique 2015

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Ghislain Lalonde rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

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David Lawrason
This is a deep, black-purple syrah from a ripe vintage. It has generous, ripe sweet blueberry/plummy fruit and florality on the nose with black licorice and smoked meat. It is full bodied, soft, warming and juicy, with all kinds of black pepper, licorice and warmth. A bit soft. There is some minerality on the finish as well. Very good to excellent length. Tasted March 2018
Andrea Shapiro rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

A deep inky purple colour with incandescent ruby reflections. Pronounced aromas reveal blackcurrants, red plums, licorice, anise, toasted vanilla beans, and tri-blend peppercorns. Flavours function well revealing cherries, cooked strawberries, cassis, leather, cinnamon and a touch of cayenne heat and spice box wood notes. Medium acidity, integrate with round, agile tannins. Dried herbs continue into the medium finish. Well balanced. No decanting needed, ready to drink upon opening. Pair with rare roast beef au jus and horseradish. 90 points - tasted April 2018




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Clairmont Classique 2015, Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône A.C., France: A dark and robust southern French red wine from the Rhone Valley's Croze-Hermitage region. Aromas of purple and black plums with blueberries on the finish. Smooth and supple. Pair with grilled lamb. Drink: 2018-2022. 537811 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. March 31, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine  Full Review

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