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Vinous (94)
Full ruby. An exotic, highly perfumed bouquet evokes red and dark berry preserves, star anise and a whiff of Grand Marnier. Juicy, palate-coating raspberry and boysenberry flavors show a felicitous blend of power and vivacity, with no rough edges and slow-building spiciness. Closes on a sweet note, with lingering anise and floral notes.Inc. VAT£144.40 -
(6x75cl) 2009Vinous (94)
Full ruby. An exotic, highly perfumed bouquet evokes red and dark berry preserves, star anise and a whiff of Grand Marnier. Juicy, palate-coating raspberry and boysenberry flavors show a felicitous blend of power and vivacity, with no rough edges and slow-building spiciness. Closes on a sweet note, with lingering anise and floral notes.Inc. VAT£1,265.98 -
Vinous (93)
Vivid ruby-red. Red berry liqueur and floral pastille aromas are complicated by hints of vanilla, incense and cola. Fleshy, mineral-laced raspberry and blueberry flavors gain sweetness and depth with air, picking up suave notes of lavender and allspice. Finishes silky and extremely long, with resonating spiciness and smooth, harmonious tannins.Inc. VAT£140.93 -
(6x75cl) 2011Vinous (93)
Vivid ruby-red. Red berry liqueur and floral pastille aromas are complicated by hints of vanilla, incense and cola. Fleshy, mineral-laced raspberry and blueberry flavors gain sweetness and depth with air, picking up suave notes of lavender and allspice. Finishes silky and extremely long, with resonating spiciness and smooth, harmonious tannins.Inc. VAT£698.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape la Combe des Fous is another gorgeous wine from this estate that offers incredible richness while never seeming heavy, cumbersome or over-the-top. A blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and the rest Muscardin, Vaccarese and Cinsault, it exhibits thrilling cassis, black raspberry, chocolate, crushed flowers and exotic spice. Full-bodied, seamless and incredibly elegant, it has the polish and balance to drink nicely now, but will evolve for 15 years or more.Inc. VAT£606.06 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combe des Fous shows the seamless, silky side to the vintage, and has closed down slightly since I tasted it from barrel. Its big, intense nose of black cherries, blueberries, white chocolate, and garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, plush, gorgeously layered 2015 that will benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring.Inc. VAT£1,312.91 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combe des Fous shows the seamless, silky side to the vintage, and has closed down slightly since I tasted it from barrel. Its big, intense nose of black cherries, blueberries, white chocolate, and garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, plush, gorgeously layered 2015 that will benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring.Inc. VAT£720.06 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
Deep ruby-colored and offering a heavenly bouquet of black raspberries, toasted spiced, cured meats, licorice, and cured meats, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combes des Fous is awesome on the palate, with a silky, seamless profile that just keeps on going. Possessing ultra-fine tannin, no hard edges, and a huge finish, it’s a phenomenal bottle of wine. The fact that it was bottled just one month ago makes this showing even more impressive.Inc. VAT£500.46 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
The star of the show in 2018 is the 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Combe Des Fous, which has an incredible mix of complexity, power, and elegance that’s something to behold. Sporting a deep purple/plum color as well as a killer bouquet of blackcurrants, lavender, peppery garrigue, graphite, and white chocolate, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a seamless, multi-dimensional texture, incredible tannins, and a gorgeous finish. This is as good as 2018 gets, and while it’s already impossible to resist, it’s going to evolve for 15+ years.Inc. VAT£458.46 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
Starting off a trio of truly magical wines, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Combe Des Fous checks in as 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and the rest Vaccarèse and Cinsault raised in tank and demi-muids. Sensationally pure cassis and blackberry fruits as well as complex notes of lavender, Provençal garrigue, ground pepper, and flowers all define this full-bodied 2019, which displays the vintage’s ripe, perfumed style while bringing more finesse, elegant, and purity than just about every other wine out there. It’s the finest vintage of this cuvée I’ve tasted and has another 15-20 years of prime drinking ahead of it.Inc. VAT£594.06 -
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Wine Advocate (100)
More flamboyant, open and exotic, with notes of kirsch liqueur, cassis, toasted almonds, sandalwood, lavender, and crushed flowers that you can smell from across the room, the 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Sanctus Sanctorum expands on the palate, with incredible concentration, building, sweet tannin and a finish that just won’t quit. Where the 2010 cuts a more focused path, this puppy is overflowing with fruit and texture. It too is a perfect wine that will evolve for another couple decades, yet given this showing, don’t hesitate to crack bottles over the coming couple of years.Inc. VAT£1,001.59 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
One of the greatest young wines I’ve ever tasted is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Sanctus Sanctorum which is 100% old vine Grenache sourced from a single parcel in the La Crau lieu-dit. Lighter in color than both the Combes des Fous and Ex Machina, it offers a heavenly perfume of kirsch liqueur, crushed rocks, exotic spices, and graphite. This beauty hits the palate with an incredible display of opulent, decent fruit paired with an elegance and seamlessness that needs to be tasted to be believed. With building richness, no weight, ultra-fine tannins, and a finish that won’t quit, it’s released only in magnum, so it will take upward of a decade to hit maturity and will keep for 20+ years. Hats off to the Maurel family and their consultant Philippe Cambie!Inc. VAT£545.22 -
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Vinous (93)
Inky ruby. Complex aromas of fresh red berries, cherry compote, smoky minerals and potpourri, with spicecake and anise nuances emerging with aeration. Smooth, sappy and sweet, displaying very good focus to its intense red fruit preserve, violet pastille and allspice flavors. Shows excellent energy and lift on the floral finish, which is firmed by supple, harmonious tannins.Inc. VAT£318.00 -
Vinous (94)
Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind.Inc. VAT£953.04 -
Vinous (94)
Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind.Inc. VAT£497.52 -
Vinous (94-95)
Aromas of fresh black/blue fruits, pungent flowers, olive and allspice on the incisive nose. Weighty yet lively black currant, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors show fine delineation and take on a smoky mineral nuance on the back half. Steadily building tannins shape an extremely long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. The balance of power and finesse here is pretty impressive.Inc. VAT£497.52 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous (95-97)
Highly perfumed, mineral-drenched dark berry, violet, smoky mineral and olive paste scents show excellent clarity and a hint of smokiness. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and floral pastille flavors deepen with air and show a candied licorice note on the back half. Rich but lively as well, closing with firm cut on a persistent, sharply focused finish, which features fine-grained tannins and suave floral and exotic spice notes.Inc. VAT£92.52 -
The Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 is an riveting expression of the terroir in Northern Rhône. Crafted by the renowned Clusel-Roch family, revered for their organic and biodynamic principles, they've lovingly nurtured this Syrah on the steep, terraced slopes of Côte-Rôtie. The soil composition of migmatite, detrital mica and schist lends a distinct character to this wine. Each grape is meticulously hand-picked and then vinified traditionally, with partial destemming, followed by a 14-18 month aging process in oak barrels. The result is a ruby-hued nectar accentuated by beautiful aromas of black fruits, spices and elegant floral undertones, leading onto a palate that boasts silky tannins and a lovely freshness. A testament to the expertise and artisanal approach of the Clusel-Roch family, savor the Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 as a sublime symphony of taste and tradition.
Inc. VAT£384.72 -
Clusel Roch Côte Rôtie Viallière 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Northern Rhône artistry. Crafted meticulously in the esteemed Côte Rôtie appellation, this vintage hails from the Viallière vineyard, renowned for its granite-rich soils that impart depth and complexity to the grapes. The esteemed Clusel Roch winery employs traditional vinification techniques, including hand harvesting and meticulous sorting, ensuring only the finest Syrah grapes are selected. Fermented in open-top stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes a delicate maceration process, allowing for optimal extraction of rich tannins and vibrant fruit flavours. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, it develops nuanced notes of blackberry, black pepper, and subtle floral undertones, characteristic of the region’s terroir. The 2021 vintage showcases impeccable balance, elegance, and a lingering finish, making Clusel Roch Côte Rôtie Viallière 2021 a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking a refined expression of Côte Rôtie’s heritage.
Inc. VAT£107.33 -
Wine Advocate (93)
Crafted from vines planted in the heart of the coteau, the 2022 Cote Rotie La Vialliere, fermented with 30% whole bunches, offers up aromas of violets, dark berries, cassis, spices and earth. Medium to full-bodied, dense and tense, it's linear, with a fresh mid-palate, a juicy core of fruit and nicely framed tannins and has an ethereal, elegant finish. Matured for two years in barrels, it displays greater depth and a racier mineral profile than Les Schistes.Inc. VAT£108.53 -
Vinous (89)
Medium red-ruby. Explosive, high-toned aromas of raspberry and flowers. Denser and sweeter than the basic bottling, with distinctly high-toned flavors of exotic spices, pepper and woodsmoke. Then rather subtle and firm on the back half. Still, I find the 2000 version of this bottling stronger in the context of the vintage.Inc. VAT£1,812.41 -
Vinous - Josh Raynolds (92-94)
Inky ruby. Sexy red berry and floral scents, with bright graphite and cracked pepper adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors are enlivened by brisk acidity and firmed by suave tannins. Finishes with tangy strawberry flavor and compelling sweetness and length. This is extremely well-balanced and graceful.Inc. VAT£1,087.04 -
Vinous (94)
Bright ruby. Impressively complex, expressive nose offers a seductive bouquet of cherry-cola, cassis, violet, smoky bacon and minerals. Spicy black and blue fruit flavors show noteworthy depth and energy, with a floral pastille quality emerging in the glass. Stains the palate and displays a suave blend of richness and energy, finishing with superb lift, cut and sweet persistence.Inc. VAT£1,451.38 -
Vinous (94)
Opaque ruby. Blackberry, candied plum, cassis, licorice, bitter chocolate and potpourri on the complex, intensely perfumed nose. Dense, concentrated and seamless on the palate, offering primary black and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors and a smoky mineral accent that adds back-end vivacity. Finishes with broad, supple tannins, an echo of licorice and outstanding mineral-driven persistence.Inc. VAT£453.60 -
Vinous (93)
Dark purple. Highly expressive blackberry, potpourri and licorice aromas show outstanding clarity and minerally lift. Palate-staining, expansive dark berry, floral pastille and fruitcake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy minerality that adds back-end cut. Gains energy on the impressively persistent finish, which repeats the dark berry quality and leaves a vibrant echo of minerality behind.Inc. VAT£925.61
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Vinous (94)
Full ruby. An exotic, highly perfumed bouquet evokes red and dark berry preserves, star anise and a whiff of Grand Marnier. Juicy, palate-coating raspberry and boysenberry flavors show a felicitous blend of power and vivacity, with no rough edges and slow-building spiciness. Closes on a sweet note, with lingering anise and floral notes.In Bond£117.00 -
(6x75cl) 2009
Vinous (94)
Full ruby. An exotic, highly perfumed bouquet evokes red and dark berry preserves, star anise and a whiff of Grand Marnier. Juicy, palate-coating raspberry and boysenberry flavors show a felicitous blend of power and vivacity, with no rough edges and slow-building spiciness. Closes on a sweet note, with lingering anise and floral notes.In Bond£1,035.00 -
Vinous (93)
Vivid ruby-red. Red berry liqueur and floral pastille aromas are complicated by hints of vanilla, incense and cola. Fleshy, mineral-laced raspberry and blueberry flavors gain sweetness and depth with air, picking up suave notes of lavender and allspice. Finishes silky and extremely long, with resonating spiciness and smooth, harmonious tannins.In Bond£114.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011
Vinous (93)
Vivid ruby-red. Red berry liqueur and floral pastille aromas are complicated by hints of vanilla, incense and cola. Fleshy, mineral-laced raspberry and blueberry flavors gain sweetness and depth with air, picking up suave notes of lavender and allspice. Finishes silky and extremely long, with resonating spiciness and smooth, harmonious tannins.In Bond£561.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape la Combe des Fous is another gorgeous wine from this estate that offers incredible richness while never seeming heavy, cumbersome or over-the-top. A blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and the rest Muscardin, Vaccarese and Cinsault, it exhibits thrilling cassis, black raspberry, chocolate, crushed flowers and exotic spice. Full-bodied, seamless and incredibly elegant, it has the polish and balance to drink nicely now, but will evolve for 15 years or more.In Bond£483.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combe des Fous shows the seamless, silky side to the vintage, and has closed down slightly since I tasted it from barrel. Its big, intense nose of black cherries, blueberries, white chocolate, and garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, plush, gorgeously layered 2015 that will benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring.In Bond£1,050.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combe des Fous shows the seamless, silky side to the vintage, and has closed down slightly since I tasted it from barrel. Its big, intense nose of black cherries, blueberries, white chocolate, and garrigue gives way to a full-bodied, plush, gorgeously layered 2015 that will benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring.In Bond£578.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
Deep ruby-colored and offering a heavenly bouquet of black raspberries, toasted spiced, cured meats, licorice, and cured meats, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Combes des Fous is awesome on the palate, with a silky, seamless profile that just keeps on going. Possessing ultra-fine tannin, no hard edges, and a huge finish, it’s a phenomenal bottle of wine. The fact that it was bottled just one month ago makes this showing even more impressive.In Bond£395.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
The star of the show in 2018 is the 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Combe Des Fous, which has an incredible mix of complexity, power, and elegance that’s something to behold. Sporting a deep purple/plum color as well as a killer bouquet of blackcurrants, lavender, peppery garrigue, graphite, and white chocolate, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a seamless, multi-dimensional texture, incredible tannins, and a gorgeous finish. This is as good as 2018 gets, and while it’s already impossible to resist, it’s going to evolve for 15+ years.In Bond£360.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
Starting off a trio of truly magical wines, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Combe Des Fous checks in as 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and the rest Vaccarèse and Cinsault raised in tank and demi-muids. Sensationally pure cassis and blackberry fruits as well as complex notes of lavender, Provençal garrigue, ground pepper, and flowers all define this full-bodied 2019, which displays the vintage’s ripe, perfumed style while bringing more finesse, elegant, and purity than just about every other wine out there. It’s the finest vintage of this cuvée I’ve tasted and has another 15-20 years of prime drinking ahead of it.In Bond£473.00 -
In Bond£423.00
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In Bond£360.00
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Wine Advocate (100)
More flamboyant, open and exotic, with notes of kirsch liqueur, cassis, toasted almonds, sandalwood, lavender, and crushed flowers that you can smell from across the room, the 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Sanctus Sanctorum expands on the palate, with incredible concentration, building, sweet tannin and a finish that just won’t quit. Where the 2010 cuts a more focused path, this puppy is overflowing with fruit and texture. It too is a perfect wine that will evolve for another couple decades, yet given this showing, don’t hesitate to crack bottles over the coming couple of years.In Bond£828.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
One of the greatest young wines I’ve ever tasted is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Sanctus Sanctorum which is 100% old vine Grenache sourced from a single parcel in the La Crau lieu-dit. Lighter in color than both the Combes des Fous and Ex Machina, it offers a heavenly perfume of kirsch liqueur, crushed rocks, exotic spices, and graphite. This beauty hits the palate with an incredible display of opulent, decent fruit paired with an elegance and seamlessness that needs to be tasted to be believed. With building richness, no weight, ultra-fine tannins, and a finish that won’t quit, it’s released only in magnum, so it will take upward of a decade to hit maturity and will keep for 20+ years. Hats off to the Maurel family and their consultant Philippe Cambie!In Bond£447.00 -
In Bond£351.00
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In Bond£373.00
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In Bond£516.00
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Vinous (93)
Inky ruby. Complex aromas of fresh red berries, cherry compote, smoky minerals and potpourri, with spicecake and anise nuances emerging with aeration. Smooth, sappy and sweet, displaying very good focus to its intense red fruit preserve, violet pastille and allspice flavors. Shows excellent energy and lift on the floral finish, which is firmed by supple, harmonious tannins.Inc. VAT£318.00 -
Vinous (94)
Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind.In Bond£757.00 -
Vinous (94)
Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind.In Bond£396.00 -
Vinous (94-95)
Aromas of fresh black/blue fruits, pungent flowers, olive and allspice on the incisive nose. Weighty yet lively black currant, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors show fine delineation and take on a smoky mineral nuance on the back half. Steadily building tannins shape an extremely long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. The balance of power and finesse here is pretty impressive.In Bond£396.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (95-97)
Highly perfumed, mineral-drenched dark berry, violet, smoky mineral and olive paste scents show excellent clarity and a hint of smokiness. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and floral pastille flavors deepen with air and show a candied licorice note on the back half. Rich but lively as well, closing with firm cut on a persistent, sharply focused finish, which features fine-grained tannins and suave floral and exotic spice notes.In Bond£74.00 -
The Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 is an riveting expression of the terroir in Northern Rhône. Crafted by the renowned Clusel-Roch family, revered for their organic and biodynamic principles, they've lovingly nurtured this Syrah on the steep, terraced slopes of Côte-Rôtie. The soil composition of migmatite, detrital mica and schist lends a distinct character to this wine. Each grape is meticulously hand-picked and then vinified traditionally, with partial destemming, followed by a 14-18 month aging process in oak barrels. The result is a ruby-hued nectar accentuated by beautiful aromas of black fruits, spices and elegant floral undertones, leading onto a palate that boasts silky tannins and a lovely freshness. A testament to the expertise and artisanal approach of the Clusel-Roch family, savor the Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 as a sublime symphony of taste and tradition.
In Bond£302.00 -
Clusel Roch Côte Rôtie Viallière 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Northern Rhône artistry. Crafted meticulously in the esteemed Côte Rôtie appellation, this vintage hails from the Viallière vineyard, renowned for its granite-rich soils that impart depth and complexity to the grapes. The esteemed Clusel Roch winery employs traditional vinification techniques, including hand harvesting and meticulous sorting, ensuring only the finest Syrah grapes are selected. Fermented in open-top stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes a delicate maceration process, allowing for optimal extraction of rich tannins and vibrant fruit flavours. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, it develops nuanced notes of blackberry, black pepper, and subtle floral undertones, characteristic of the region’s terroir. The 2021 vintage showcases impeccable balance, elegance, and a lingering finish, making Clusel Roch Côte Rôtie Viallière 2021 a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking a refined expression of Côte Rôtie’s heritage.
In Bond£86.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
Crafted from vines planted in the heart of the coteau, the 2022 Cote Rotie La Vialliere, fermented with 30% whole bunches, offers up aromas of violets, dark berries, cassis, spices and earth. Medium to full-bodied, dense and tense, it's linear, with a fresh mid-palate, a juicy core of fruit and nicely framed tannins and has an ethereal, elegant finish. Matured for two years in barrels, it displays greater depth and a racier mineral profile than Les Schistes.In Bond£87.00 -
Vinous (89)
Medium red-ruby. Explosive, high-toned aromas of raspberry and flowers. Denser and sweeter than the basic bottling, with distinctly high-toned flavors of exotic spices, pepper and woodsmoke. Then rather subtle and firm on the back half. Still, I find the 2000 version of this bottling stronger in the context of the vintage.In Bond£1,469.00 -
Vinous - Josh Raynolds (92-94)
Inky ruby. Sexy red berry and floral scents, with bright graphite and cracked pepper adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors are enlivened by brisk acidity and firmed by suave tannins. Finishes with tangy strawberry flavor and compelling sweetness and length. This is extremely well-balanced and graceful.In Bond£879.00 -
Vinous (94)
Bright ruby. Impressively complex, expressive nose offers a seductive bouquet of cherry-cola, cassis, violet, smoky bacon and minerals. Spicy black and blue fruit flavors show noteworthy depth and energy, with a floral pastille quality emerging in the glass. Stains the palate and displays a suave blend of richness and energy, finishing with superb lift, cut and sweet persistence.In Bond£1,171.00 -
Vinous (94)
Opaque ruby. Blackberry, candied plum, cassis, licorice, bitter chocolate and potpourri on the complex, intensely perfumed nose. Dense, concentrated and seamless on the palate, offering primary black and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors and a smoky mineral accent that adds back-end vivacity. Finishes with broad, supple tannins, an echo of licorice and outstanding mineral-driven persistence.Inc. VAT£453.60 -
Vinous (93)
Dark purple. Highly expressive blackberry, potpourri and licorice aromas show outstanding clarity and minerally lift. Palate-staining, expansive dark berry, floral pastille and fruitcake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy minerality that adds back-end cut. Gains energy on the impressively persistent finish, which repeats the dark berry quality and leaves a vibrant echo of minerality behind.In Bond£730.00
Chateauneuf du Pape, in the Rhone, pioneered the Appellation Controlee system by drawing up the first rules in 1923 regulating production, providing a prototype for others. This regulated yields, alcohol levels and what grapes could be grown where. The Rhone has gone through a resurgence with more of its appellations distinctive identities being asserted and respected.
