France — wine
Lirac
A small, underrated southern Rhone AOC on the Gard side of the river, opposite Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Lirac produces excellent red, white, and rose wines from Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Clairette, and Bourboulenc. Once overshadowed by its famous Tavel neighbour for rose, Lirac is increasingly recognised for its serious, age-worthy reds at prices significantly below Chateauneuf.
Vintage assessments
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Hot Rhone season with excellent Grenache ripeness; reds of unusual depth and white wines of surprising freshness |
| 2022 | — | Very good southern Rhone vintage; reds of structure and fruit with aging potential |
| 2021 | — | Cooler year; fine whites and elegant rosés, reds slightly lighter than typical |
| 2020 | — | Outstanding Rhone vintage; finest Lirac reds in recent memory with exceptional concentration |
| 2019 | — | Classic vintage with good balance; food-friendly across all colours |
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