2020 Domaine Jamet Equivoque

Syrah - 750ML
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VN 94
VN 94

Vinous, December 2022

Saturated ruby. Spice-tinged aromas of ripe red and dark berries and pungent flowers, with a smoky nuance emerging as the wine opens up. Sappy blackberry, bitter cherry and candied violet flavors show fine detail and are...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Red
Varietal
Syrah
Country
France
Region
Rhone
Sub-region
Southern Rhone
Appellation
Cotes du Rhone
Vintage
2020
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
14%
Closure
Cork

The 2020 Domaine Jamet Cotes du Rhone Equivoque is a Syrah varietal from the renowned Rhone region of France, specifically the Southern Rhone appellation of Cotes du Rhone. Produced by Domaine Jamet, this red wine features an alcohol content of 14.0% and is sealed with a traditional cork closure.

The wine presents a saturated ruby color, indicative of its depth and richness. According to a review by Vinous, this wine exhibits "spice-tinged aromas of ripe red and dark berries and pungent flowers, with a smoky nuance emerging as the wine opens up." This initial aromatic profile suggests a complexity that continues to evolve with time in the glass.

On the palate, the 2020 Domaine Jamet Cotes du Rhone Equivoque showcases "sappy blackberry, bitter cherry, and candied violet flavors" that are finely detailed and supported by a vein of juicy acidity. The review by Josh Raynolds of Vinous highlights the wine's balance and structure, noting that it "turns sweeter with aeration, picking up spicecake and olive qualities that carry through a very long, gently tannic finish."

The wine received an impressive score of 94 from Vinous, indicating its high quality and strong performance in tastings. Raynolds commends the wine's ability to open up over time, enhancing its flavors and aromatic profile.

In summary, the 2020 Domaine Jamet Cotes du Rhone Equivoque is a well-crafted Syrah that offers a complex and evolving experience both aromatically and on the palate. Its balance of fruit flavors, acidity, and gentle tannins make it a standout choice from the Southern Rhone region. This wine is particularly noted for its ability to develop with aeration, suggesting it may benefit from decanting before serving.