Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Joe Czerwinski - 24 Sep 20
The 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Le Grand Pin is 100% whole-cluster Grenache from the sandy soils of the Pignan lieu-dit, adjacent to Rayas. Perhaps it is the power of suggestion, but I thought I detected a pine-like edge to the cherry-and-herb aromas. There's a lacy delicacy to this full-bodied wine's texture, supple, refined and elegant, nearly ethereal, yet with great persistence on the finish, folding in hints of Mexican chocolate and complex spice notes of coriander, star anise and clove.
Drinking Date: 2020 - 2030
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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Oct 21
Limpid ruby. Ripe raspberry, cherry and garrigue aromas are complemented by smoky mineral and exotic spice accents. Silky in texture and well-concentrated, offering juicy red berry preserve, bitter cherry and allspice flavors and a hint of candied lavender. Shows impressive depth as well as energy. The red fruit and spice notes carry through a very long, gently tannic finish that features a lingering botanical herb nuance.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2034
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vineyard Fine Wine

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a prestigious appellation in France's Southern Rhône Valley, is famous for its rich, complex red wines. These full-bodied wines primarily feature Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, with bold flavours of dark fruit, spices, and earthy undertones, often with a peppery note and velvety texture. The region's unique terroir, marked by large round stones and diverse soils, adds depth to its wines. Top producers include Domaine du Pegau, Château de Beaucastel, and Domaine Janasse, all celebrated for showcasing Châteauneuf-du-Pape's distinctive character.