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Wine Advocate on DOMAINE DE LA MORDORÉE
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Situated in Tavel, Domaine de la Mordorée has undergone a measured transformation toward greater precision in both viticulture and vinification. The estate began its conversion to organic farming in 2010 and achieved certification by 2013. Biodynamic practices were subsequently introduced—initially on red varieties in 2019, then extended to whites and rosés from 2022.
Following the premature passing of her father, Ambre assumed responsibility for the estate at the age of 22. She initially worked alongside her grandfather in 2015, before assuming full leadership in collaboration with her mother and the long-standing team. Under her direction, the domaine initiated a strategic reduction of its vineyard holdings—from 60 hectares in 2023 to 42 hectares in 2024—aimed at enhancing precision and coherence across its core appellations: Tavel, Lirac and Côtes-du-Rhône. This transition also coincided with the conclusion of a fermage agreement with a family member who has since established his own estate.
Harvesting is carried out exclusively by hand, and fermentations are conducted using pied de cuve to promote native yeast populations and preserve the integrity of each site. Vineyard and cellar practices emphasize minimal intervention, balance and clarity of expression.
The 2023 vintage reflects a notable stylistic evolution. While shaped in part by climatic conditions, the wines exhibit less concentration and greater finesse. This direction aligns with Ambre’s contemporary vision for the estate, privileging transparency and precision over sheer density.
Yohan Castaing, October 2025
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DOMAINE DE LA MORDORÉE
Lirac la Reine des Bois Blanc 2024
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Product code |
721518 |
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Format |
12x750ml |
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Country |
France |
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Regulated designation |
Appellation origine controlée (AOC) |
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Region |
Rhône Valley |
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Subregion |
Southern Rhône |
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Appellation |
Lirac |
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Colour |
White |
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Sugar |
Dry |
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Closure type |
Cork |
- 92 Points -
Wine Advocate, October 2025
The 2024 Lirac Blanc La Reine des Bois is more tensile than usual, wafting from the glass with aromas of spring blossoms, white lilac, almonds and honeysuckle. Medium- to full-bodied, satiny and layered, it's racy and saline, with an enveloping core of fruit and a long, chalky finish. Crafted from vines planted on galets roulés and calcareous soils, this is a blend of undisclosed proportions of Grenache Blanc, Viognier and Clairette with a touch of Marsanne and Roussanne.
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DOMAINE DE LA MORDORÉE
Tavel La Dame Rousse 2024
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Product code |
721519 |
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Format |
12x750ml |
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Country |
France |
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Regulated designation |
Appellation origine controlée (AOC) |
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Region |
Rhône Valley |
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Subregion |
Southern Rhône |
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Appellation |
Tavel |
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Varietal(s) |
Grenache
40 %
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Varietal(s) |
Syrah
30 %
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Varietal(s) |
Cinsault
15 %
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Varietal(s) |
Carignan
10 %
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Colour |
Rose |
- 94 Points -
Jeb Dunnuck, June 2025
The 2024 Domaine De La Mordoree Tavel La Dame Rousse is the classic base Tavel and it's based on 60% Grenache, 15% each of Cinsault and Syrah, and the rest Clairette. It’s a perfect example of this incredible appellation in the south of France, just across the river from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Sporting a translucent ruby hue, it has a textbook Tavel nose of wild strawberries, raspberries, minty garrigue, and white flowers. It's beautifully balanced, medium-bodied, has a pure, layered mouthfeel, and outstanding length, with a clean, crisp, dry finish. Rosé doesn't get much better, and I wish I could pour this beauty for every reader interested in what Tavel offers.
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