The color of the 2000 Pignan is a brilliant pale ruby color and slightly cloudy. Noticeably lighter in complexion than the others in the CdP flight. Yep…it has that scintillating, heady nose that is so unique to Rayas. Pine needles, wild strawberries, cardamom…woof. This bottle had some VA but I didn’t mind. Perhaps not the most exciting Rayas but I’m splitting hairs here. A very nice pairing with cassoulet, Toulouse sausage and duck confit. Drink now and through 2035. Merci Matt!
The color of the 2000 Pignan is a brilliant pale ruby color and slightly cloudy. Noticeably lighter in complexion than the others in the CdP flight. Yep…it has that scintillating, heady nose that is so unique to Rayas. Pine needles, wild strawberries, cardamom…woof. This bottle had some VA but I didn’t mind. Perhaps not the most exciting Rayas but I’m splitting hairs here. A very nice pairing with cassoulet, Toulouse sausage and duck confit. Drink now and through 2035. Merci Matt!
Mar 17th, 2024
Classic Rayas elegance while still showing good intensity. Evolved so much over the course of dinner. Black cherry cola, cherry liquor, exotic spices and hints of smoke. Finishes long and seductive showing really impressive depth. 86d.
Classic Rayas elegance while still showing good intensity. Evolved so much over the course of dinner. Black cherry cola, cherry liquor, exotic spices and hints of smoke. Finishes long and seductive showing really impressive depth. 86d.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 22nd, 2020
Drinking really well, with beautiful fruit, spices, floral and tertiary in happy balance..
Drinking really well, with beautiful fruit, spices, floral and tertiary in happy balance..
Feb 1st, 2016
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
