### 1989 Domaine de Trévallon Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence Les Baux

BY NEAL MARTIN | JANUARY 23, 2023

In 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.

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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 2023-2028.

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