Domaine Durand Cornas

Region
France - Rhône
Winemaker
Éric and Joël Durand
Size
20 hectare
Established
1983
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This vineyard of 20 ha is farmed by brothers Éric and Joël Durand. Their grapes are from three pacrels within the Cote du Rhône: Saint-Joseph, Cornas and Saint-Péray supplying Syrah, Marsanne and Roussanne; with a small addition parcel of land in IGP Collines Rhodaniennes supplying the Voignier grape.

The various grapes are planted on granite-heavy hillside soils on the right hand side of the Rhone and on a few limestone foothills. The brothers believe in sustainable culture as well as manual work. Allowing the grapes to reach optimal maturity allows a perfect expression of the domain's terroirs and the production of rich wines respecting traditional Rhône wine-making values. Through oak ageing the expression of each terroir is revealed, bringing the wiles delicacy, smoothness, elegance and richness.

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Saint-Joseph Blanc, , Domaine Durand

Saint-Joseph Blanc

Origin: Rhone Valley

Family estate with an area of 20 hectares led by two brothers Eric and Joel Durand. It is located in the municipalities of Chateaubourg and Glun, South of the appellation Saint-Joseph and Cornas.

Vinification

Traditional vineyard planted on granitic slopes. These grapes come from a small 1 hectare vineyard of chalk, white clay and stone covered soils.

The grapes are harvested by hand. 70% fermented in stainless steel vats 30% in oak barrels.

Grape Variety
Marsanne 60%, Roussanne 40%
Alcohol by Volume
14.0% ABV
Wine Style
White Wines
Closure
Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Full shiny yellow robe. The bouquet has a compote or stewed fruits aroma, notes of barley sugar and cooked lemon. There are also hints of the Rousanne elegance. On the palate are white fruits with a touch of tannin. It is harmonious, smoothly textured and very elegant.

Available Vintages & Format

SKUDescriptionFormatVintageAvailabilityTrade PriceStock (Cases)
B0315424ST JOSEPH Blanc Durand 18Bottle (75cl)2018 Trade only--
B0315427ST JOSEPH Blanc Durand 21Bottle (75cl)2021 Trade only--

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Cornas 'Confidence', , Domaine Durand

Cornas 'Confidence'

Origin: Cornas, Rhône, France

Plot selection from different zones of the Cornas. Granite soils.

Vinification

Manual harvest. Cold maceration before fermentation and hot maceration for 28 days at 28°C. 12 months barrel ageing using 30% new oak.

Grape Variety
Syrah/Shiraz 100%
Alcohol by Volume
13.5% ABV
Wine Style
Red Wines
Closure
Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Highly concentrated nose of black fruits and spices. Very powerful and complex mouth with really tight but soft tannins. Very mineral.

Available Vintages & Format

SKUDescriptionFormatVintageAvailabilityTrade PriceStock (Cases)
B0315288CORNAS Confidence 13Bottle (75cl)2013 Trade only--

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Cornas 'Empreintes', , Domaine Durand

Cornas 'Empreintes'

Origin: Cornas, Rhône, France

Plot selection from different areas of the Cornas areas. Granite soils.

Vinification

Manual harvest, cold maceration. Daily punching of the cap. 21-to-28 day vatting. 12 months barrel aged approximately 20% new oak each year.

Grape Variety
Syrah/Shiraz 100%
Alcohol by Volume
13.5% ABV
Wine Style
Red Wines
Closure
Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Highly concentrated nose of black fruits and spices. Very powerful mouth with really tight tannins. Very string and generous but also great delicacy. Ageing potential 10-15 years.

Available Vintages & Format

SKUDescriptionFormatVintageAvailabilityTrade PriceStock (Cases)
B0315287CORNAS Empreintes 13Bottle (75cl)2013 Trade only--
B0315307CORNAS Empreintes magnum 13Magnum (150cl)2013 Trade only--

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Cornas 'Prémices', , Domaine Durand

Cornas 'Prémices'

Origin: Cornas, Rhône, France

Plot selection from various vines producing soft refined wines with elegant tannins. Granite soils.

Vinification

Manual harvest and cold maceration, daily punching of the cap. 15-21 day vatting, followed by 12 months in oak barrels of which 20% new oak each year.

Grape Variety
Syrah/Shiraz 100%
Alcohol by Volume
13.5% ABV
Wine Style
Red Wines
Closure
Cork

Winemaker's Notes

A deep red colour. Concentrated nose of stone fruits and spices. The mouth is full with soft but tight tannins. The wine is very generous and long-lasting with a fresh finish. Ageing potential 6-10 years from the vintage year.

Available Vintages & Format

SKUDescriptionFormatVintageAvailabilityTrade PriceStock (Cases)
B0315286CORNAS Premices 13Bottle (75cl)2013 Trade only--

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Saint-Joseph 'Les Coteaux', , Domaine Durand

Saint-Joseph 'Les Coteaux'

Origin: Cornas, Rhône, France

The vineyard is located in the South of the Saint Joseph appellation. The vines are planted on steep hills with South, South-East exposure. Granite soils. Average age of the vines 15 to 25 years.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand. Cold maceration. Daily punching of the cap. 15 to 21 day vatting and aged 12 months in casks.

Grape Variety
Syrah/Shiraz 100%
Alcohol by Volume
14.0% ABV
Wine Style
Red Wines
Closure
Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Deep red colour. Ripe nose of red spicy fruit. A full and fleshy mouth. Nice concentration with well-rounded tannins.

Available Vintages & Format

SKUDescriptionFormatVintageAvailabilityTrade PriceStock (Cases)
B0315426ST JOSEPH Coteaux Durand 18Bottle (75cl)2018 Trade only--

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

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