Chimère

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend

9.68 ratings
9.63 pro ratings
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
Red Rhone Blend
Tomato-Based, Pasta, Salami & Prosciutto, Mushrooms, Onion, Pungent Cheese, Venison, Hard Cheese, Lamb, Pork, Beef
Top Notes For
James Forsyth

The Chimère from Manfred Krankl of Sine Qua Non fame, and the Maurel brothers of Clos Saint Jean, is, appropriately, a beast. Cherry, blackcurrant, Christmas spice, violets and chocolate. Many elements combine to make a compelling wine that deserves attention over time. Indeed, when this bottle was initially opened, the prevailing thought at the table was that it would last months. A small tipple to check in, some time later, was tasted with our own resident chimera (well at least she sort of has the head of Lion element down) present.

The Chimère from Manfred Krankl of Sine Qua Non fame, and the Maurel brothers of Clos Saint Jean, is, appropriately, a beast. Cherry, blackcurrant, Christmas spice, violets and chocolate. Many elements combine to make a compelling wine that deserves attention over time. Indeed, when this bottle was initially opened, the prevailing thought at the table was that it would last months. A small tipple to check in, some time later, was tasted with our own resident chimera (well at least she sort of has the head of Lion element down) present.

Feb 20th, 2019
Alejandro Lopez

2010

Mar 9th, 2015
James Cahill

JAILBREAK BREWERY RESTAURANT OPENING AND MOSTLY MAGNUM AND DOUBLE MAGNUM SINE QUA NON BLOWOUT DINNER - A group of 18 long time Sine Qua Non fans that have become close gathered at Jailbreak to celebrate the opening of their restaurant and to open some fabulous SQN.

JAILBREAK BREWERY RESTAURANT OPENING AND MOSTLY MAGNUM AND DOUBLE MAGNUM SINE QUA NON BLOWOUT DINNER - A group of 18 long time Sine Qua Non fans that have become close gathered at Jailbreak to celebrate the opening of their restaurant and to open some fabulous SQN.

Jul 6th, 2018
James Cahill

JAILBREAK BREWERY RESTAURANT OPENING AND MOSTLY MAGNUM AND DOUBLE MAGNUM SINE QUA NON BLOWOUT DINNER - A group of 18 long time Sine Qua Non fans that have become close gathered at Jailbreak to celebrate the opening of their restaurant and to open some fabulous SQN.

JAILBREAK BREWERY RESTAURANT OPENING AND MOSTLY MAGNUM AND DOUBLE MAGNUM SINE QUA NON BLOWOUT DINNER - A group of 18 long time Sine Qua Non fans that have become close gathered at Jailbreak to celebrate the opening of their restaurant and to open some fabulous SQN.

Jul 6th, 2018
Sasha Verhage

Winemaker/Owner Eno Wines

9.4

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Apr 28th, 2018
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Jan 5th, 2019
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Aug 1st, 2018
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Apr 30th, 2018