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Founded by Edmond Duclaux, today Domaine Duclaux in the Northern Rhone Valley is managed by his sons, Benjamin and David Declaux.
Domaine Duclaux Vineyards, Wines, Winemaking
Domaine Duclaux owns 5.5 hectares in the Cote Rotie appellation. The vineyards are located in the south of the appellation. The have vines planted in le Collet, Coteaux de Bassenon, Maison Rouge, Pimotin, Coteau de Tupin and the Tupin lieux-dits.
The terroir is mostly granite and gneiss soils on steep hillsides with a south by south-east exposure.
The vineyards are planted to 95% Syrah and 55% Viognier. On average, the vines are between 25 to 35 years of age. However, they have old vines, some of which were planted in 1924.
Other plantings took place in 1943. As replanting continues taking place in the vineyards, new vines are added using Selection Massale. Domaine Duclaux began replanting using Selection Massale in 1997.
Domaine Duclaux produces 3 Cote Rotie wines:
Domaine Duclaux La Germine which is produced from a blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier made its debut in 2005. The grapes, which come from the southern part of the appellation are 90% destemmed.
The grapes are vinified in concrete tanks and the wine is aged in 20% new, French oak barrels and 500-liter demi-muids for up to 20 months. This is the entry level Cote Rotie for Domaine Duclaux.
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge which is 100% old vine Syrah from a single parcel of vines planted on the Cote Blonde. The vines are old as they are on average, close to 50 years of age, or older. The grapes are 90% destemmed.
The fruit is vinified in open, concrete tanks. The wine is then aged in a combination of 20% to 40% new, French oak barrels and 500-liter demi-muids for up to 20 months before bottling. Only 325 cases of wine are produced in an average vintage. The first vintage was the 2005.
Domaine Duclaux La Chana is the estate’s entry level Cote Rotie. The wine is made from blending Syrah with 5-7% Viognier from young vines planted in various parcels and terroirs.
At one point, Domaine Duclaux used to produce a traditional or regular Cote Rotie, but that wine is no longer in production. The last time the wine was produced, it was from the 2005 vintage.
When to Drink Domaine Duclaux, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Domaine Duclaux, when young, should be decanted at least 1-2 hours, give or take, allowing the wines to soften and open their perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Domaine Duclaux is usually better with 5-7 years of cellaring and should be at its best between 8-15 years of age.
Serving Domaine Duclaux with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Domaine Duclaux is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Domaine Duclaux is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes, tomatoes, eggplant and sausage. Domaine Duclaux is also good with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms and pasta.
Domaine Duclaux Wine Tasting Notes
11 Vintages 29,253 Views Sort by Vintage-Rating
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2016
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
Deep red fruits, smoke, vanilla bean, spice box, fresh herbs and olives open up with a bit of coaxing, Fresh with just a bit of polish in the texture, the wine is elegant, bright and soft tannins with sweet, red, peppery fruits in the finish. This is showing a little bit better than it did last year. 1,794 Views Tasted Feb 19, 2019Full bodied and still showing its espresso tones from its youth, this is going to take some time before its fun to drink. The concentration is there, as is the fresh, black fruit, smoke, vanilla bean, spice box, herbs and red berries, although it takes some coaxing to open. Refined, fresh and with a bit of polish in the texture, the wine is elegant, with ripe tannins and peppery, red fruits in the finish 1,448 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2016
Domaine Duclaux La Germine (Côte-Rôtie)
Medium bodied, refined, fresh and lively, the floral element stands out, allowing the sweet, juicy, peppery kirsch to shine through. 2,240 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2016
Domaine Duclaux La Chana (Côte-Rôtie)
Light in color, medium bodied, forward and perfect for early drinking, the sweet, ripe, red berries also carry a bright, even tart quality. With this wine, you can look forward to a crisp, racy, almost nervous note. 1,326 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2015
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
Deep ruby in color, right off the bat you find truffle, flowers, spice, pepper, vanilla accents and herbs. From there you discover a medium bodied, polished, refined, sensuously textured wine with pure cherries and a hint of licorice. With tannins waiting to be resolved, give this beauty 5-7 years in the cellar and this really be a knockout! 2,049 Views Tasted Feb 10, 2019Deep ruby in color, right off the bat you find truffle, flowers, spice, pepper, vanilla accents and herbs. From there you discover a medium bodied, polished, refined, sensuously textured wine with pure cherries and a hint of licorice. With tannins waiting to be resolved, give this beauty 5-7 years in the cellar and this really be a knockout! 1,909 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2015
Domaine Duclaux La Germine (Côte-Rôtie)
Flowers, smoke, thyme, herbs and red fruits pop quite easily, On the palate, the wine is medium bodied, silky, soft, plush and delicious. The sweet cherries are fresh and vibrant, with a touch of herbs and spice that come on strong at the end. 2,439 Views Tasted Feb 10, 2019Flowers, smoke, thyme, herbs and red fruits pop quite easily, On the palate, the wine is medium bodied, silky, soft, plush and delicious. The sweet cherries are fresh and vibrant, with a touch of herbs and spice that come on strong at the end. 2,076 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2012
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
Rich, round, lush and sexy, with overtones of espresso, vanilla, smoke. kirsch, flowers and sweet, dark cherries. It will take a few more years for the oak to fade and for more secondary nuances to emerge. 1,774 Views Tasted Mar 12, 2018 |
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2010
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
This is just super! Already starting to drink in its sweet spot, the wine is medium bodied, soft, fresh, elegant and supple. In character you find earthy, leafy, forest floor and red fruit all over the place. The fruit is soft and sweet, with a peppery, black raspberry, spicy leaning. 1,764 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2009
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
With a rich, ruby hue, the wine sports black pepper, truffle, flowers, dark red fruits and touch of vanilla on the backend. Probably close to mature, this is drinking great! Silky, exotic, fresh, vibrant cherries herbs, pepper and earth carry through on the palate and in the finish. 1,269 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
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2009
Domaine Duclaux La Germine (Côte-Rôtie)
Young, fresh, lively, vibrant, yet, soft and supple. This medium bodied wine combines ripe, red fruits with floral notes, freshness and a sweet, spicy, cherry finish. 3,500 Views Tasted Jan 13, 2017 |
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2007
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
From 100% old vine Syrah, planted in the Cote Blonde, the wine is packed with sweet, fresh, vibrant kirsch and black raspberry fruit, earth, spice and silky smooth textures. 1,331 Views Tasted Feb 3, 2015 |
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2006
Domaine Duclaux Maison Rouge (Côte-Rôtie)
Medium bodied, and elegant in character, here you find a distinctive earthy, leather, floral and wet forest floor aroma, the wine is bright, fresh, and lively, focused on its crisp red fruits, spice, green olive and peppery characteristics. This is drinking perfectly today 989 Views Tasted Sep 17, 2018 |
