Tasting Notes
Vinous 91
The 2016 Domaine de l Aurage is the recently introduced Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux by Louis Mitjavile, son of Francois Mitjavile of Tertre-Roteboeuf. It has a pure, seductive bouquet of strawberry pastille, morello cherries and touches of blood orange and creme de cassis. The medium-bodied palate is well balanced and offers supple tannin, a judicious sprinkling of white pepper and oregano and a feisty, joyful finish that exudes energy. There is a straightforwardness to this L Aurage that I like. A wine determined to give pleasure.
Anticipated maturity: 2022-2035
Robert Parker 89
The 2016 Domaine de l’Aurage, a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, offers plenty of red cherry and strawberry fruit on the nose, with the oak nicely integrated. It is actually quite Burgundy-like in style. The palate is well balanced with fine tannins, plenty of confit-like fruit with a gentle grip on the finish. Enjoy this lovely Cotes de Castillon from the Mitjavile family over the next 5-7 years.
Anticipated maturity: 2018-2026
