2012 Domaine Lionnet "Terre Brul̩e" Cornas

Made by Ludovic Izerable and crazy good, the 2012 Cornas Terre BrÌÈl̩e is a stunning Cornas that spent 18 months in 2- to 8-year-old barrels and demi-muid. Offering up notes of black raspberry, cassis, currants, ground herbs, spice and insane minerality, it hits the palate with a full-bodied, rich, yet taunt and pure texture that carries vibrant acidity and length. Still reserved and backwards, give this beauty another 3-4 years and enjoy bottles through 2027+. (JD)