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Domaine Billon Syrah Les Corendies 2017
Domaine Billon Syrah Les Corendies 2017
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Description
Description
Domaine Billon Syrah Les Corendies is a refined and elegant red wine from the northern Rhône Valley, France, crafted from 100% Syrah grapes. This medium to full-bodied wine offers aromas of blackberries, violets, and pepper, with a smooth palate showcasing dark fruit, smoky undertones, and velvety tannins, culminating in a long, balanced finish.
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Wine Details
Wine Details
Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium to Full-bodied, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Syrah
Tastes Like: Comparable to a fine Côte-Rôtie, with notes of blackberries, violets, and smoky spices
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
Region: Northern Rhône Valley, France
Terroir: Granite soils
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C – Serve slightly below room temperature
Winery
Winery
Domaine Billon is a boutique winery in the northern Rhône Valley, renowned for its dedication to producing high-quality Syrah wines. Les Corendies captures the essence of the region’s terroir, delivering a wine of complexity and finesse that reflects the winemaker’s artistry and attention to detail.
Food Pairings
Food Pairings
Seafood: Grilled salmon or tuna with a peppercorn crust.
Poultry: Roast duck breast with a cherry reduction.
Vegetarian: Ratatouille or roasted beetroot salad.
Meat: Grilled lamb chops, beef fillet, or venison steaks.
Cheese Pairings
Cheese Pairings
Comté: Nutty and savoury, complementing the wine’s structure.
Brie de Meaux: Creamy and buttery, enhancing the wine’s elegance.
Roquefort: Tangy and bold, balancing the wine’s smoky notes.
Parmigiano Reggiano: Umami-rich and nutty, pairing beautifully with the wine.
Recipe
Recipe
Magret de Canard au Miel et Épices (Duck Breast with Honey and Spices)
Ingredients:
- 2 duck breasts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
- Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crisscross pattern and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the duck breasts skin-side down. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the duck breasts and set aside to rest. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add honey, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Slice the duck breasts and drizzle the honey-spice sauce over the top.
Tip: Serve with roasted vegetables or a creamy potato purée and pair with Domaine Billon Syrah Les Corendies for a delightful meal.
