Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
Medium garnet hue, bricking slightly towards the edges with great translucency.
On the nose this wine is bold and and aromatic, with cranberry, cherry kirsch, blueberry, hoisin, and notes of savoury game, showing the complexity of age.
The palate sees an explosion of sweet cherry with a slightly confected edge, perhaps owing to the hot vintage and high ABV, as well as Turkish delight, dark chocolate ganache, five spice, strawberry, blackberry, roasted meats and espresso. This could only be Chateauneuf. There is a strong spicy character, enough acidity to keep things in balance, and nicely resolved tannins. The finish is quite long, and very dry. This is a superb Châteauneuf that should continue to impress for the next decade.
Medium garnet hue, bricking slightly towards the edges with great translucency.
On the nose this wine is bold and and aromatic, with cranberry, cherry kirsch, blueberry, hoisin, and notes of savoury game, showing the complexity of age.
The palate sees an explosion of sweet cherry with a slightly confected edge, perhaps owing to the hot vintage and high ABV, as well as Turkish delight, dark chocolate ganache, five spice, strawberry, blackberry, roasted meats and espresso. This could only be Chateauneuf. There is a strong spicy character, enough acidity to keep things in balance, and nicely resolved tannins. The finish is quite long, and very dry. This is a superb Châteauneuf that should continue to impress for the next decade.
Youthful tannins, grape-y, firm long finish, earthy throughout
Youthful tannins, grape-y, firm long finish, earthy throughout
Dec 10th, 2014
Not for me. Really unlucky with French wines. Too much complexity not enough tastiness.
Not for me. Really unlucky with French wines. Too much complexity not enough tastiness.
Dec 18th, 2012Kinda shut down, but still waiting for it to open up?
Kinda shut down, but still waiting for it to open up?
Sep 14th, 2014
Un final d'epices, une belle force en fin de bouche, une delice.
Un final d'epices, une belle force en fin de bouche, une delice.
Nov 9th, 2013
