1989 Domaine
de Trévallon Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence Les Baux

BY NEAL MARTIN |&nbsp;JANUARY 23, 2023In the
early days of my career, I drank a lot of mature bottles from Domaine de
Trévallon, including one memorable dinner in London with numerous vintages.<img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.vinous.com/uploads%2F1674490502461-domaine_de_trevallon_1989__1_GL3.png">During
my recent stint in Burgundy, one private dinner veered away from the Côte d’Or
courtesy of this 1989 Côteaux d’Aix en Provence Les Baux, which lies in
the shadow of the more heralded 1990. That said, it has lasted admirably over
three decades. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Syrah picked between
11 and 23 September, no de-stemming and matured in barrels and _foudres_. It
has a rustic nose with plenty of wild fennel, thyme, sorrel and earthy/gravelly
scents. While the fruit has receded, it is certainly not out of sight. The
palate follows in a similar vein with light tannins and quite potent garrigue
notes infusing remnants of red fruit. There’s just a touch of volatility
noticeable on the slightly herbaceous finish. Personally, I would not leave
bottles too much longer, but well-kept examples will certainly give pleasure. 90/Drink
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