Oh my. The nose on Domaine Giraud's Prémices Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2011 is unapologetically lush and even downright sensual with layers of blackberry reduction sauce, smoky plums, mesquite, Tahitian vanilla bean, and anise. It's equally immersive and voluptuous on the palate, layers of black fruit are beautifully delineated against a structure that suggests good aging potential, balanced acidity along with a dash of minerality, and a very pleasant spice and dried herb note on the finish. 15.0% ABV
Oh my. The nose on Domaine Giraud's Prémices Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2011 is unapologetically lush and even downright sensual with layers of blackberry reduction sauce, smoky plums, mesquite, Tahitian vanilla bean, and anise. It's equally immersive and voluptuous on the palate, layers of black fruit are beautifully delineated against a structure that suggests good aging potential, balanced acidity along with a dash of minerality, and a very pleasant spice and dried herb note on the finish. 15.0% ABV
May 5th, 2016
100% Grenache. Medium ruby color, medium aromas of bright red fruit, very elegant with a sweet strawberry impression. Very good balance. Medium tannin, well-balanced alcohol and fruit. 14%abv
100% Grenache. Medium ruby color, medium aromas of bright red fruit, very elegant with a sweet strawberry impression. Very good balance. Medium tannin, well-balanced alcohol and fruit. 14%abv
Mar 14th, 2016
Black fruit, savory spice and stony minerality. Zippy acid too, well done!
Black fruit, savory spice and stony minerality. Zippy acid too, well done!
May 13th, 2015
Nice but somewhat reserved. 1hr+ decant. Medium cherry color with burnt edges. Extremely spicy. Classic CDP flavors. Medium minus depth and finish. Not bad for the price and style.
Nice but somewhat reserved. 1hr+ decant. Medium cherry color with burnt edges. Extremely spicy. Classic CDP flavors. Medium minus depth and finish. Not bad for the price and style.
May 29th, 2022
Dark fruits, black berry and cherry, immediately grab your attention with a hint of white pepper spice as a teaser....nice finish...showed much better after first couple of hours.
Dark fruits, black berry and cherry, immediately grab your attention with a hint of white pepper spice as a teaser....nice finish...showed much better after first couple of hours.
Dec 26th, 2019
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
