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VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Jean-Luc Colombo-Brand Concept Ø Family-run business: Jean-Luc, Anne and Laure. Ø One of the most influential wineries in the Rhône Valley, due to the establishment of their oenological lab; Le Centre Œnologique des Côtes du Rhône Ø Unparalleled accolades since their debut vintage of the single-vineyard Cornas, ‘Les Ruchets, ’ in 1987. Ø Innovative winemaking techniques bring forth fruit, freshness, silky elegance, and a harmonious balance in each cuvée. Ø Sustainable methods in their vineyards –living amongst the vineyards in Cornas, constantly striving to preserve their environment by acting in harmony with nature.
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO “ Revolutionary Oenologist” - Robert M. Parker In the mid-80 s Jean-Luc pioneered many techniques in the Rhone for which he was scorned but ultimately praised. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Introduced new ways to cultivate the vines De-stemmed grapes before crushing (no harsh tannins) Vinified in stainless steel , not in wood Aged in new small oak barrels as opposed to large old vats Made wines different in style from the old generation by preserving fruit and primary aromas by controlled fermentation and allowing for maximum depth with the ability to age. V I SION ARY
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Important Accolades 2005 “Colombo deserves credit for helping bring Cornas into the modern wine world. Colombo is a true terroir-ist at heart. ” March 2008 Winery of the Year “A GREAT winery, in our estimation, should CONSISTENTLY turn out wines that are not only delicious, but also clearly express their particular regions. Feb 2010 Winery of the Year Nov 2008 La Revue de Vin de France (Robert Parker of France) calls Cornas the Best Terroir for Syrah in the Northern Rhone thanks to producers like Jean Luc Colombo French Legion of Honor Award For his contribution to the French wine industry March 2008 “The first to realize [Cornas’} true potential. ” Nov 2010 “Mr. Colombo is the epitome of the modern high-flying winemaker , a compact dynamo who consults with some hundred-plus clients in the Rhone Valley. ” Jay Mc. Inerney - Jan 28, 2011
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO SO WHERE IS JEAN LUC COLOMBO LOCATED? RHONE VALLEY KNOWN FOR PRODUCING GREAT SYRAH, GRENACHE, VIOGNIER, MARSANNE AND ROUSSANNE GRAPES
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Important AOC’s Northern slope from Cote- Rotie to Saint. Peray has historically the most amount of recognized Crus. 8 in total JLC LIVES HERE! As of 2019 • Cote Rotie • Condrieu • Chateau Grillet • Hermitage • Cornas • St Joseph • Crozes Hermitage • St Peray 323 ha 203 ha 140 ha 156 ha 1348 ha 1778 ha 92 ha
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Vallon de l’Aigle • 70 yr old vines • Single. 3 ha vnyd-. 75 acre • 1200 ft Altitude • 40 degree slope Terres Brulées ( Les Eygas) • 30+ yr old vines • 4. 5 ha-20 different plots 11. 1 acres • 820 -1100 ft Alt. • 15 -30 degree slope Les Ruchets ( Chaillot) • 90 yr old vines • Single 2. 2 Ha vnyd-5. 4 acres • 920 ft altitude • 38 degree slope La Louvee ( La Cote) • 80 yr old vines • Single. 8 ha- 2. 2 acres • 30 degree slope
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Most grape varieties are single staked on hillsides
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Let’s taste JEAN LUC COLOMBO WHITE WINE TASTING
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Cornas- only 370 Acres! Very Natural – Surrounded by Forests!
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Cornas -The Basics q Appellation size q Climate q Soil q Grape variety q Viticulture /Vinification • 150 ha (370 acres) – One of the smallest appellations in the Rhone Valley. • Continental – warm / hot summers • Steep Granite Millions of years old – Stressed growing conditions imparts mineral and stress to the vines – 1500 yr-old Roman terraces: South– South. East exposure • 100% Syrah – Only mandated 100% syrah AOP in the Rhone • NO IRRIGATION allowed – Maximum = 34 HL/HT (Les Ruchets is 17 HL/ HT)- one glass per vine!
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO This Granite Ridge was created 300 million years ago! Grapevine Roots grow 100 feet down through decomposed
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO After breakup of the granite subsoil.
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Jean-Luc Colombo CORNAS TERRE BRULEE -2016 95 Points Cellar Selection While moderate in body, this bombshell Syrah penetrates the palate with ripe cassis and black-cherry flavors. It's dazzling now for its forward black-fruit tones and fiery spice, but tense tannins and invigorating acidity should allow it to improve through 2031. Anna Lee C. IIj. Ima 12/31/2019
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas “ Terres Brulées ” “Burnt Earth” o Terres Brulees o 20 Vineyards around the top of the hill o 30 year-old vines o 4. 5 ha=11. 12 acres • 21 months in French oak • 10% new • balance 1 -5 yr old barrels o 15 – 35° slope o Granitic soil with sand loam. o 30 hl/ha o Total production = 20, 000 BTS o Earlier maturing and rounder mouth feel o Age ability – 20 -25 years 2017 - 93 2016 - 92 2015 - 94 2014 - 92 PTS WS 2013 – 91 PTS WS 2012 -93 PTS WS 2011 - 92 PTS WS 2010 - 94 PTS WS 2009 - 92 2008 -91 2007 - 92 2006 - 92 PTS WS
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO CORNAS FROM THE TOP OF THE HILL
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO This is the view from JLC’s house…… yes you can see 100 miles. When you are going to France – Please let us know!
VINS JEAN-LUC COLOMBO THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!
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