Description / Reviews
"Côtes du Rhône Villages Inopia Rouge is a unique fusion of Burgundy finesse and Rhône power. Mounir and Rotem Saouma, of Burgundy’s Lucien Le Moine, have brought their meticulous winemaking approach to the Rhône, creating wines that honor tradition while pushing boundaries. Inopia Rouge showcases this balance, blending Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre to create a wine with depth, structure, and complexity. The result is a distinctive Rhône red that embodies the Saoumas' respect for both the region’s history and their own innovative approach." - Rotem & Mounir Saouma, Winemaker
"Rotem and Mounir Saouma own the iconic micro negociant Lucien Le Moine in Beaune and have been one of the most sought after producers of 1er and Grand Cru Burgundy for some years now. With a passion to own their own vineyards they made the leap and purchased some superb terroir in Châteauneuf-du Pape to start Clos Saouma.
Clos Saouma is very unique in Châteauneuf. One of the key points of difference is that 40% of their production is white wine in a region dominated by red wine production. To give context white represents under 5% of the total production of Châteauneuf- du-Pape. Since starting in 2009 they have now approximately 15 hectares under vine, with almost the entirety of the production coming from their own vineyards." - Franc About Wine, Importer
"The 2023 Côtes-du-Rhône Inopia Rouge needs time in the glass to fully reveal its aromas, gradually unfolding notes of ripe black cherry, strawberry and licorice. Full-bodied and structured around a core of ripe tannins, it carries a subtle rustic edge that slightly detracts from its elegance and fruit purity, which are more evident in previous vintages." - Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous
