Jay Kline

9.6

We pulled this from our cellar and brought it to V. Mertz for dinner. We enjoyed a couple of other wines as aperitifs and then ultimately did what anyone given the opportunity should do: pair it with lamb chops. We poured it into a decanter while we enjoyed the conversation and opening courses. Given the setting, there were no formal notes however, I can confidently report that the 2015 “Tintot” absolutely slaps. From the first sip to the last, it was all balance, power and class. It was also a spectacular showcase for Mourvèdre. It was hard to fully judge color because the lighting was so low but it appeared to be nearly opaque. A touch feral with a slightly gamey element to it but there’s a great big ol’ basket of black and blue fruits with red and purple flowers, garrigue, some black pepper and cedar chest. Structure is still quite firm but totally enjoyable. While this is an unusual assemblage for the region, it still comes across as a wine from Chateauneuf-du-Pape. This was my first “Tintot” and it has left quite the impression. Drink now with an hour decant or over the next 7-10 years. P.S. it probably goes without saying, but the pairing with lamb chops was sublime. — 2 days ago

Michael Malpiedi

9.0

Bru! Bru! Bru! Inky violet garnet with a ruby rim. Licorice, prunes, sweet pipe tobacco. — 20 days ago

Cecilia Barry

9.0

Deep cherry leather vibes bit with a freshness to it that is very welcomed! — 22 days ago

David Koenen

9.3

Bought at the domaine in 2019. Orange peel, hazelnut, minerals, very ripe melon and pear. Deep and rich, with tremendous length, this is very impressive and puts a big smile on my face. — 19 days ago

Kapyrick Wine

9.0

v18. Soft, smoked meat nose. Fresh, bright, layers of cherry and black cherry fruits. Clean, smooth, pleasingly bitter finish. Enjoyable. — 10 days ago

Sonia Ross

9.0

Local French Bistro. Great wine with chicken and beef. Have a glass once a week. — 13 days ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.3

Unusually dark, tarry, tannic and masculine for a Ch9dP. Probably reflecting the 30% Mourvedre in the blend.
Hints of iron, oxtailsoup, blackpudding, charcoal, dark spices and bitter chocolate. Although there are still a few blackberries and dates bobbing up and down in this brooding and rustic wine, I’d drink this within a few years time. At this moment, there still is enough freshness and vivacity too keep things enjoyable.
Impressive. And very nice.

— 20 days ago

Conrad Green

8.9

Pure fruit. Intense. Some violet and intensity. Good. — 24 days ago

with Paul and Ara

Keimu

9.0

Nice lighter wine! Yum. From Gay’s “store” — 3 days ago

Shealynn Neve

9.0

Pretty smooth. Quite good 🍷 — 10 hours ago

with Zach