Edition Wine Advocate · Jul 06, 2020

21 Gérard Bertrand wines rated +90/100 by Robert Parker

The publication of the Wine Advocate tasting notes is an annual event always awaited by wine lovers.

This year, the awards are full of praise for Gérard Bertrand wines with
21 wines rated above 90/100.

We are pleased to share with you these notes and some excerpts from the tasting comments translated into French.

The full comments can be found on:

Yours sincerely,
Gerard Bertrand

THE REDS

HERITAGE - Year 1877, Saint-Chinian 2018, AOP Saint-Chinian
Full-bodied, a bright red made for winter nights and meaty stews.
90/100

L'Hospitalitas 2018, AOP La Clape
(…) a wine with a lot of character to drink for a decade or more.
95/100

La Forge 2018, AOP Corbières-Boutenac
Full-bodied, with a nice length in the mouth.
93/100

The Viala 2018, AOP Minervois-La Livinière
(…) delicate herbal nuances of thyme and bay leaf and soft oak undertones.
93/100

Château L'Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge 2018, AOP La Clape
A great vintage to drink over the next 10 years.
93/100

Clos d'Ora 2017, AOP Minervois - La Livinière
The top of the range at Gérard Bertrand.
93/100

Domaine de l'Aigle Pinot Noir 2018, IGP Haute Vallée de l'Aud e
(…) a real Pinot Noir character at a reasonable price for the quality.
90/100

Aigle Royal Pinot Noir 2018, IGP Haute Vallée de l’Aude
Full-bodied, almost approachable and should drink well for 4-5 years.
90/100

THE ROSES

Clos du Temple 2019, AOP Languedoc Cabrières
(…) A very luxurious Languedoc Cabrières 2019 rosé (…). An excellent wine.
93/100

Château La Sauvageonne La Villa 2019, AOP Languedoc
(…) A pale rosé (…) which is not lacking in character.
92/100

THE WHITES

Aigle Royal Chardonnay 2019, AOP Limoux
(…) Magnificently demonstrates the aging potential of the high-altitude vineyards of Limoux.
93/100

Château l'Hospitalet Grand vin 2019, AOP La Clape
(…) Powerful, dynamic and refreshing.
92/100

Cigalus White 2019, IGP Aude Hauterive
A fascinating assembly.
91/100

Domaine de l’Aigle Chardonnay 2019, AOP Limoux
The finish features silky notes of toasted citrus.
90/100

You can also read about the awards our wines received last year in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Guide .

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