The Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas 2015 is a highly acclaimed Syrah from the Northern Rhône, considered the grand vin of the estate. This vintage is described as enormously complex and compelling, offering a truly profound bouquet. It's a full-bodied, beautifully concentrated, and seamless wine with sweet tannin and a stacked mid-palate, possessing an almost Hermitage-like liquid rock character, shocking elegance, purity, and a huge finish. The 2015 vintage is a "brick house" that will live for quite some time, with a recommended drinking window from 2025 through 2045. 【Rated 98 points by James Suckling and Wine Spectator】. Tasting notes reveal an inky color with a saturated purple/bluish hue. Aromas include black cherries, melted asphalt, ground pepper, exotic flowers, graphite, and classic iodine/bloodiness. Other descriptions mention almond skin, cherries, blood, herbal notes, dark, dense core of steeped fig, blackberry and black currant fruit, smoldering charcoal, dark olive, singed bay leaf, violet, and white pepper nuances. The palate offers silky ribbon-like texture, with a very long core of blackberries, licorice, and spiced plum flavors, and superior definition in the tannin department. 🍴 Food pairing suggestions include beef, chicken, and lamb. Its robust character makes it ideal for hearty dishes such as roasted game, rich stews, or grilled red meats. 🥂 This exceptional wine is perfect for a significant milestone celebration, a serious wine tasting event, or as a prized addition to a collector's cellar. Given its age-worthiness and robust tannins, decanting for a few hours before serving is highly recommended to allow its complex aromas and flavors to fully unfold. For older vintages like this, always check the cork carefully and consider using an Ah-So opener to minimize the risk of cork breakage. Serve at a cellar temperature of around 16-18°C (60-64°F).