M. Chapoutier
Croix de Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
The ‘14 was superb, perfectly integrated and extracted. Old leather and cassis. Long finish. The ‘16, however, was another level of rich and round, primary with fig and blackcurrant. Black olive. Years away from peaking, will be a star, likely 9.6++
The ‘14 was superb, perfectly integrated and extracted. Old leather and cassis. Long finish. The ‘16, however, was another level of rich and round, primary with fig and blackcurrant. Black olive. Years away from peaking, will be a star, likely 9.6++
Aug 21st, 2023
Very solid! I’ve started to drink CDP’s in general a bit younger, 5-7 years from release, and have really enjoyed them more than ever at this stage. Tannins were smooth and integrated with a beautiful, rich, slightly dusty dark cherry and hints of spice and everything nice. While not a true classic, this wine was an extraordinarily perfect pairing with my Delfina pepperoni pizza!
Very solid! I’ve started to drink CDP’s in general a bit younger, 5-7 years from release, and have really enjoyed them more than ever at this stage. Tannins were smooth and integrated with a beautiful, rich, slightly dusty dark cherry and hints of spice and everything nice. While not a true classic, this wine was an extraordinarily perfect pairing with my Delfina pepperoni pizza!
Apr 16th, 2022
Finding significant bottle variation with this, but bottle 3 was a total beauty: black cherry, red cherry, leather, animal, and herbs // serious lightness across the palate, despite the wine’s commanding presence
Finding significant bottle variation with this, but bottle 3 was a total beauty: black cherry, red cherry, leather, animal, and herbs // serious lightness across the palate, despite the wine’s commanding presence
Nov 25th, 2018I appreciate the quality here, but quickly learning I'm not a fan of Chapoutier's style. Way too much sulfur here for me.
I appreciate the quality here, but quickly learning I'm not a fan of Chapoutier's style. Way too much sulfur here for me.
Apr 23rd, 2018
A dark opaque ruby core color with great concentration. This wine is still very young and only hints at its potential. The nose is filled with fresh ripe raspberry, cherry and blueberry. There is a kiss of earth showing now but I sense that will develop nicely with a little more cellaring. Peppercorn and wild herbs round out the bouquet. On the palate the wine has a lovely balance and freshness, the tannins are silky and integrated with a long finish. This is a very pretty CDP, elegant with a nice restrained power. Drink in 2020-2035
A dark opaque ruby core color with great concentration. This wine is still very young and only hints at its potential. The nose is filled with fresh ripe raspberry, cherry and blueberry. There is a kiss of earth showing now but I sense that will develop nicely with a little more cellaring. Peppercorn and wild herbs round out the bouquet. On the palate the wine has a lovely balance and freshness, the tannins are silky and integrated with a long finish. This is a very pretty CDP, elegant with a nice restrained power. Drink in 2020-2035
Apr 17th, 2018
Little wine party at home . Very sweet for 16%
Little wine party at home . Very sweet for 16%
Nov 18th, 2017
Dusty cherry, sous Bois and some hoisin on the nose. Very pure. Perfectly aged and ready to rip. Yummm with meat stew and braised vegetables
Dusty cherry, sous Bois and some hoisin on the nose. Very pure. Perfectly aged and ready to rip. Yummm with meat stew and braised vegetables
1 person found it helpfulSep 17th, 2019
Dark and punchy on the nose with grapey, slightly roasted plummy fruit. Quite high alcohol in the nose. Rich and pure Grenache on the palate. Chocolatey notes and a very smooth intense finish. Not too hot.
Dark and punchy on the nose with grapey, slightly roasted plummy fruit. Quite high alcohol in the nose. Rich and pure Grenache on the palate. Chocolatey notes and a very smooth intense finish. Not too hot.
1 person found it helpfulMar 3rd, 2019
Savory medium full and crushable . Disappeared as fast at the rack of St. Louis ribs it was paired with.
Savory medium full and crushable . Disappeared as fast at the rack of St. Louis ribs it was paired with.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 7th, 2019
100% Syrah! Fort intéressant. Élégance, texture et longueur
100% Syrah! Fort intéressant. Élégance, texture et longueur
Jun 9th, 2016