Reine des Bois is a red produced by Domaine de la Mordorée in Lirac, Rhône Valley, France. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Lirac
Region: Rhône Valley
Country: France
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Tasting profile
Structure: full-bodied, high tannin, medium acidity, dry
Reine des Bois — Domaine de la Mordorée's flagship Lirac, from old Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre on the galets and clay of the right bank opposite Châteauneuf, farmed biodynamically. Kirsch and dark berries over garrigue, licorice and firm, generous structure. Lirac at a level that closes much of the gap to its famous neighbour.
Serving: Serve at 16–18 °C.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Rhône Valley, France
Rhône Valley (Vallée du Rhône) follows the Rhône river through southeastern France and splits into two distinct halves with very different personalities.
Grenache
Grenache is a red grape that originated in the Aragón region of Spain, where it is called Garnacha, and it is widely grown across the Mediterranean.
Syrah
Syrah is a red grape from the Northern Rhône in France, responsible for some of the world's most dramatic, savoury reds.
Mourvèdre
Mourvèdre is a red grape of Spanish origin, at home around Valencia and Murcia, where it is called Monastrell.
More wines
From Domaine de la Mordorée
- Cuvée de la Reine des Bois — Domaine de la Mordorée, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- La Dame Voyageuse — Domaine de la Mordorée, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
More red wines from Rhône Valley
- Anthémis — Domaine de Beaurenard, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- Aux Lieux-Dits — Domaine Santa Duc, Gigondas
- Avarum — M. Chapoutier, Vacqueyras
- Binquillon — Alain Ignace, Beaumes-de-Venise
Frequently asked questions
Where is Reine des Bois from?
Reine des Bois is produced by Domaine de la Mordorée in Lirac, Rhône Valley, France.
What grapes are in Reine des Bois?
Reine des Bois is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre.