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Based in Gigondas since 1936, The Gabriel Meffre House is known for a sustainably and socially responsible approach.

Their style of wine is round, generous and approachable from the young while delivered age worthy characters. It is embodied by their vision ‘Semper Voluptas‘, engraved on the bottles = always a pleasure.

Laurus means ‘Laurel’ in Latin, a Roman symbol of excellence. Here excellence is all about “terroir”: the grapes are grown on plots we select for their ability to express the very best of each Appellation. The term “terroir” encompasses a soil, a climate and people . Here it is expressed through sustainable partnerships with wine-growers who share our vision. The maturing process in 275-litre Laurus barrels refines the structure, producing complex wines with plenty of character and good cellaring potential.

Specifications

The Grenache grapes come from the sector of “La Crau”, a large Quaternary terrace covered with large pebble stones, giving the wine structure and body. The Syrah grapes are grown on clay-limestone soils from the Cretaceous period, bringing great elegance and finesse to the wine.

BLEND: 65 % Grenache, 35 % Syrah

AGE OF VINES AND YIELD: 40 years on average, with Grenache of more than 80 years

WINEMAKING: 58% of the blend is aged in 275-liter Laurus oak barrels for 17 months.

Tasting Notes

“Slightly taut still, focused by a frame of singed juniper that holds sway over the core of crushed plum, cherry and blackberry notes. Keeps a sleek, racy feel through the finish, with anise, black tea and graphite elements checking in.” Wine Spectator – June 15, 2018

Serve at 16-18°C – Ideally open about 1 hour before serving. Optimum maturity: 2017 – 2025

Food pairings: Truffle omelette, Coq au vin

Critics ratings

Wine Spectator – 92 points

“Slightly taut still, focused by a frame of singed juniper that holds sway over the core of crushed plum, cherry and blackberry notes. Keeps a sleek, racy feel through the finish, with anise, black tea and graphite elements checking in.” Wine Spectator – June 15, 2018

Wine Advocate – Robert Parker 90-92 pts 

‘A 70-30 Grenache-Syrah blend from La Crau that’s aged in a combination of older barrels and concrete, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Laurus Sélection Parcellaire is a strong effort. Leather and spice notes harken back to traditional stylings, while the full-bodied wine is creamy in texture and turns dusty on the long, slightly warm, finish.’

93 pts Jeb Dunnuck
90-92 pts Vinous – Josh Raynolds
16.5/20 Jancis Robinson