CORNAS 1998 AUGUSTE CLAPE

€315.00

Bouteille 75 cl

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Livraison estimée entre le 10/11/26 et le 16/11/26

Tasting

To the eye

Garnet red

Nose

A complex nose, with notes of black cherry, clove, clay, a slight hint of menthol, smoke and a touch of dried meat.

Palate

Dry on the palate, medium-bodied, with fine tannins and still-lively acidity, displaying notes of not-quite-ripe strawberry and strawberry leaves, with a long finish of blood and minerality; a wine that holds up superbly for its age, with lovely concentration and an intact structure.

Pairing

Game, grilled or braised red meat, and full-flavoured mature cheeses. Serve at 16–17°C, decanted.

Aging potential

At 28 years old, this Cornas is holding up remarkably well and can still be kept for a few more years, whilst being fully ready to enjoy now; Clape’s wines are renowned for their exceptional ageing potential.

Features

Color Red
Region Rhône
Designation CORNAS
Vintage 1998
Format Bouteille
Domain AUGUSTE CLAPE
Capacity 75 cl

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Cornas suitable if I’m looking for an immediately appealing red?

Clape’s style favors the authenticity of the terroir over immediate appeal. This wine is therefore better suited to someone who appreciates a traditional approach than to someone primarily seeking an immediately flattering effect.

Should its medium-intensity color be a cause for concern that the wine lacks concentration?

During the estate’s vertical tasting, the 1998 showed a color that was neither too pale nor too dark, described as consistent with the vintage’s classic character. This observation alone is not enough to conclude that it lacks concentration or power on the palate.

What occasion would be a good fit for this 1998 vintage?

A tasting focused on the evolution of Clape’s style would be particularly fitting: this 1998 was presented in a vertical tasting spanning 1979 to 2015. Its classic character makes it an interesting reference point for exploring the estate’s vintages.

Is this a good choice for discovering Syrah from the northern Rhône?

Yes, as a way to explore it through Cornas, an appellation devoted entirely to Syrah and shaped by its steep granite slopes. Clape’s traditional winemaking and aging in old foudres aim to preserve this expression of the terroir, without artifice.

Is the 1998 presented as an atypical vintage for Clape?

No, the description instead emphasizes the year’s classic character for the estate. However, it does not provide a precise comparison of aromas or flavors with other vintages, so it is best chosen for this classic profile rather than for any supposed uniqueness.

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