Vignobles Mayard
Cuvée Alex Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, FranceRed Rhone Blend
Top Notes For
Jul 4th, 2017
Aug 28th, 2016
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, FranceChâteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
Excited to check in on this! Harmonious, lengthy, and heady with its perfume. Great memories of tastings with Bobby at my old job, this cuvée named after his son was always a highlight. To me it really focuses on the synergy that old vine Grenache and Mourvèdre can have. There’s a perfect balance of soaked red and black fruits, garrigue, and an exotic spice savoriness that I just love. Structural compliment is there, with the Mourvèdre’s tannic backbone countering the mid-palate weight of the Grenache. As with many 2012s in the Rhône, this has such a great personality, a match of elegance and richness that bring so much joy in the glass. Perfect for turkey day!
Excited to check in on this! Harmonious, lengthy, and heady with its perfume. Great memories of tastings with Bobby at my old job, this cuvée named after his son was always a highlight. To me it really focuses on the synergy that old vine Grenache and Mourvèdre can have. There’s a perfect balance of soaked red and black fruits, garrigue, and an exotic spice savoriness that I just love. Structural compliment is there, with the Mourvèdre’s tannic backbone countering the mid-palate weight of the Grenache. As with many 2012s in the Rhône, this has such a great personality, a match of elegance and richness that bring so much joy in the glass. Perfect for turkey day!
Nov 29th, 2019Very pretty and nuanced CNDP that shows grace in its perfume and texture. For its power it demonstrates considerable finesse.
Very pretty and nuanced CNDP that shows grace in its perfume and texture. For its power it demonstrates considerable finesse.
Jun 24th, 2016
@Jack Goldenberg for memory purposes, I am tagging you here. Excellent CDP.
@Jack Goldenberg for memory purposes, I am tagging you here. Excellent CDP.
May 7th, 2015Soft and pretty - blinded another somm, and he called Pinot...
Soft and pretty - blinded another somm, and he called Pinot...
Mar 15th, 2015Near perfection! One of the best CNP's ever.
Near perfection! One of the best CNP's ever.
Aug 28th, 2016
