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It's not necessarily the wine I'd prefer to drink, but the 2016 La Bernadine was certainly aptly placed (by Chapoutier) as the "better" wine in our impromptu Chapoutier study. Compared to the 2017 La Ciboise, this was more concentrated, primary, and persistent. It's a fruit bomb on both the nose and palate, mixing red and black fruits, and a discernable candied sweetness in the back of the palate. Spices, dried herbs, and musk sit nicely in the background. I feel the acidity and plush tannins helps mask the whooping 15% abv. Finishes long and sweet, with a interesting hint of orange rind-like bitterness. The quality is undeniable, but it's not a wine I'd care for.
It's not necessarily the wine I'd prefer to drink, but the 2016 La Bernadine was certainly aptly placed (by Chapoutier) as the "better" wine in our impromptu Chapoutier study. Compared to the 2017 La Ciboise, this was more concentrated, primary, and persistent. It's a fruit bomb on both the nose and palate, mixing red and black fruits, and a discernable candied sweetness in the back of the palate. Spices, dried herbs, and musk sit nicely in the background. I feel the acidity and plush tannins helps mask the whooping 15% abv. Finishes long and sweet, with a interesting hint of orange rind-like bitterness. The quality is undeniable, but it's not a wine I'd care for.
Such a treat on a cold, winter night. This wine presents with a joyful mix of plumy, smokey and earthy flavors and aromas. Decanted for an hour to let it come together. I'm really a big fan and this comes in at an excellent price point if the big, expensive juice just isn't for you.
Such a treat on a cold, winter night. This wine presents with a joyful mix of plumy, smokey and earthy flavors and aromas. Decanted for an hour to let it come together. I'm really a big fan and this comes in at an excellent price point if the big, expensive juice just isn't for you.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
