PRESSE - AUSZEICHNUNGEN
The Wine Advocate - February 28 2003 - Issue 145 - page 47
Domaine La Croix Belle 2001 VdP Des Cotes de Thongue Languedoc, France Red : 91+
The superb 2001 Vin de Pays des Cotes de Thongue Cuvée Cascaïllou has intensely aromatic nose reminiscent of plummy cherries and blackberries. A wine of gorgeous depth and concentration, this excellent value slathers the palate with layers of velvety cherries and cassis whose candied flavors linger throughout this offering's exceptionnally long finish. Projected maturity: now-2012.
Domaine La Croix Belle 2000 VdP Des Cotes de Thongue Languedoc, France Red : 88
Aromatically demure, the medium to dark ruby-colored 2000 Vin de Pays des Cotes de Thongue No.7 offers excellent depth of raspberry and black cherry fruit. Hint of freshly laid road tar can be found in this concentrated, focused wine's medium-bodied personality. A blend of seven varietals, therefore the name, it was aged for 12 months in new oak barrels. Drink this fine value over the next 5 years.