Domaine de la Mordorée, Lirac (Rhône Valley, France) 2022

May 23, 2023

By Michael Apstein

 Though more well known for its red wines, Lirac produces some lively whites, like this one.  That it is made from organic biodynamically grown grapes indicates to me that the winemaking team is more compulsive in the vineyard because they can’t just spray to control disease.  And it shows in the pure and lively white wine.  Great aromatics draw you in and a subtle fleshy white peach-like nuance keeps you coming back for more.  This nicely balanced white would work well as a stand-alone aperitive or with spiced Asian fare this summer.          

Country / Region

Rhône Valley, France

Appellation

Lirac

Grape Variety

Color

White

Vintage

2022

Score

90

Price

US $ 45.00

Producer

Domaine de la Mordorée