"The 2011 Lirac La Dame Rousse is an equal blend of Grenache and Syrah. This vintage is more evolved and softer than 2012, so readers looking for immediate gratification will prefer the 2011. Its dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by plenty of garrigue, lavender, black currant, cherry and underbrush characteristics. This spicy, fleshy, well-made wine delivers lots of fruit, body and character. Enjoy it over the next several years. - RP"
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #208, August 2013), 90 pts + BEST BUY
Go To Mordoree Lirac Rouge Dame Rousse
"Starting out the 2012s, the 2012 Lirac La Dame Rousse looks to be a smoking Lirac that has more in common with a top-flight Chateauneuf du Pape. Fresh crushed berries, spice, licorice and tinges of minerality all show on the nose. It is rich, voluptuously textured and rounded on the palate, with sweet tannin and solid precision and focus on the finish. Full-bodied, layered and with a hedonistic slant, it should be consumed in its first 5-7 years of life. Drink 2014-2019. - Jeb Dunnuck"
"Located in Tavel, Domaine de la Mordorée has been one of the quality leaders in neighboring Lirac. This wine is dark and earthy at first, but opens with airing to reveal bold notes of blueberry, mocha and peppery spice. This 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah is full bodied, richly textured and finishes long. — J.C."
"Vivid ruby. Energetic aromas of red berries and pungent flowers, complicated by subtle licorice and garrigue qualities. Sappy and focused on the palate, offering bitter cherry and raspberry flavors. Zesty acidity adds cut to the nicely persistent finish, which is framed by smooth tannins. - Josh Raynolds"
"Solid, with fruitcake and melted red licorice notes giving way quickly to a juicy raspberry and blackberry core. A light, brambly edge holds the finish. Drink now through 2016. 3,000 cases made. –JM"
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