Rhône
The Rhône Valley, located in southeastern France, is renowned for its exceptional fine wines. With its diverse terroir, rich history, and dedication to quality winemaking, the Rhône Valley offers a captivating selection of wines that embody the region's elegance, complexity, and distinctive character.
The Rhône Valley boasts its own iconic vineyards and wineries, including Château de Beaucastel, Domaine Guigal, and Chapoutier, which are celebrated for producing exceptional wines that showcase the region's unique terroir and winemaking expertise.
The Rhône Valley is renowned for its red wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Syrah reigns as the dominant grape variety, producing intense and structured wines. Appellations such as Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Cornas are known for their robust and age-worthy reds, often displaying notes of black fruits, spice, and earthiness. Famous vineyards such as La Landonne, La Mouline, and Les Bessards are revered for their exceptional expressions of Syrah.
In the southern Rhône Valley, Grenache takes centre stage, contributing to the region's bold and fruit-forward red blends. The renowned appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famous for its rich and full-bodied red wines, often featuring a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Vineyards like Château de Beaucastel, Clos des Papes, and Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe produce remarkable wines that showcase the region's commitment to excellence.
The Rhône Valley is also celebrated for its white wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne are the key grape varieties, producing aromatic and complex whites. Appellations like Condrieu and Hermitage produce exceptional white wines known for their floral aromas, stone fruit flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Rhône
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Rhone | 7 | 92 (DC) |
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€638.12 |
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Decanter (92)A rare Côtes-du-Rhône from the northern Rhône, the vines grown near Ampuis. It's a medium-bodied, bright and attractive white with lovely balance between generous plump fruit and inner tension. Good acidity for a 2016 white, and lovely lift from the Viognier. |
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Rhone | 2 | 91 (VN) |
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€391.21 |
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Vinous (91)Opaque ruby. Primary cherry, cassis, peony and olive qualities on the perfumed nose, along with hints of cracked pepper and licorice in the background. Sweet and seamless in texture, offering concentrated black and blue fruit flavors that unfold slowly and turn spicier with air. The long, velvety finish features supple tannins and leaves behind a sweet dark berry note. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€3,370.38 |
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Vinous (97)Inky ruby. Highly precise, mineral-accented black/blue fruit, exotic spice, olive paste and incense aromas pick up hints of smokiness and candied licorice as the wine opens up. Seamless and penetrating on the palate, offering urgent blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and floral pastille flavors and a strong jolt of smoky minerality. Deepens steadily on the strikingly long, penetrating finish, which features smooth, interwoven tannins and resonating florality. |
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Rhone | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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€349.43 |
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Vinous (92)Brilliant violet. Intense, mineral-accented cherry pit and cassis scents, along with hints of succulent herbs, olive, smoky bacon and violet. Juicy dark fruit and bitter cherry flavors unfold and slowly turn sweeter on the back half while picking up a zesty hint of cracked pepper. Fine-grained tannins lend gentle grip to the finish, which hangs on with impressive, spicy tenacity and repeating smokiness. |
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Rhone | 2 | 92-95 (JD) |
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€251.27 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92-95)I have no such reservations with the 2016 Rasteau La Fontaine, and this sensational 2016 offers perfumed, elegant notes of black raspberries, spring flowers, violets and ample minerality. Made from 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Syrah, mostly destemmed and brought up in concrete tanks, this full-bodied, incredibly pure, yet concentrated beauty is a gem in this terrific vintage. 625 cases. While I wasn’t able to taste it, this estate base Rasteau release is always worth drinking. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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€933.34 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Incorporating 10% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre, the Grenache-dominated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape (there's a touch of Cinsault) sports a saturated ruby/purple color. It shows hints of new oak in its black raspberries, blackberry, cured meats, crushed violets and spice-driven aromatics. This gives way to a rich, incredibly concentrated base cuvée that could easily be mistaken for the Vieille Vignes from another good year. Polished, concentrated and young, it's going to need bottle age. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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€344.87 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Incorporating 10% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre, the Grenache-dominated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape (there's a touch of Cinsault) sports a saturated ruby/purple color. It shows hints of new oak in its black raspberries, blackberry, cured meats, crushed violets and spice-driven aromatics. This gives way to a rich, incredibly concentrated base cuvée that could easily be mistaken for the Vieille Vignes from another good year. Polished, concentrated and young, it's going to need bottle age. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€1,265.74 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€456.47 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! |
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Rhone | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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€1,679.74 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)Incorporating 8% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 5% other permitted variety, 60% destemmed, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes sports a deep, inky color as well as sensational notes of black currants, smoked meats, earth and crushed rocks. Deep, rich, unctuous and decadent, with huge extract and richness, yet never over the top or overripe, it's a killer wine that's going to flirt with perfection on release. |
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Rhone | 2 | 98-100 (JD) |
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€726.47 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)Incorporating 8% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 5% other permitted variety, 60% destemmed, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes sports a deep, inky color as well as sensational notes of black currants, smoked meats, earth and crushed rocks. Deep, rich, unctuous and decadent, with huge extract and richness, yet never over the top or overripe, it's a killer wine that's going to flirt with perfection on release. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€336.47 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The most impressive Rasteau to have ever passed these lips, the 2016 Rasteau Cuvee Fleur de Confiance is a full-bodied, richly muscular wine that takes all the warmth and power of the appellation and somehow turns it elegant. Black cherries, licorice and cocoa all come together seamlessly into a cascade of spice, cola and fruit, then ends with great length, soft tannins and finely ground stone. The secret to this 4,000-bottle cuvée is old-vine Grenache grown on blue clay. At the time of my visit, it was unclear if there will be a Fleur de Confiance bottled in 2017. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€660.16 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)A true “wow” wine, the deep, concentrated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Hauts-Lieux (there's 20% Mourvèdre) offers awesome notes of blackcurrants, smoked meats, graphite, crushed rocks, and licorice. Extraordinarily concentrated, perfectly balanced, structured, and long, it's another sensational wine from this estate. It needs 4-5 years of bottle age and will cruise for 15-20 after that. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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€480.47 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)The 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Trois Sources is straight-up sensational and isn’t far off the more expensive Reserve cuvée in style and quality. Huge notes of blackcurrants, black raspberries, crushed violets, licorice, and incredible minerality, as well as a smoking floral quality, all soar from the glass of this full-bodied, seamless, pure wine that readers should snatch up. With good acidity, awesome purity, and a great, great finish, it's an incredible wine any way you look at it. Drink it anytime over the coming two decades or more. |
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Rhone | 12 | 100 (JD) |
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€522.10 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)A modern-day legend in the making is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Reserve from Jean-Paul Daumen, one of the greatest young wines I’ve ever tasted. This Grenache-dominated effort was brought up all in foudre and tastes like the essence of this incredible terroir located on the northern edge of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Deep purple-colored, with an intoxicating bouquet of black raspberries, crushed herbs, black licorice, spring flowers, and spice, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a deep, multi-dimensional texture, a huge mid-palate, and a finish that goes on for over a minute. Not far off the style of the Les Trois Sources, yet with another level of concentration, it has a certain accessibility yet won’t be at its best for another 4-5 years, but it will keep for another two decades or more. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94-96 (WA) |
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€1,045.57 |
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Wine Advocate (94-96)The 2016 Gigondas Les Racines was in its foudres at the time of my visit, but I still think it is the equal of the Brunier family's Châteauneufs. Full-bodied and rich but silky and almost lacy in texture, it marries raspberries and apricots with lovely herbal nuances and a lingering finish. It's a tremendous Gigondas, made from 75-year-old vines (80% Grenache). |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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€529.75 |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape is a blend of 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Syrah, aged predominantly in concrete and foudre. Biodynamically farmed and traditionally made, it reached 15.5% alcohol, which shows a bit in the wine's size and slight warmth. It's full-bodied, rich and velvety, with bold black cherry fruit, hints of clove and cola and a long, savory-spicy finish. I'd opt for drinking it over the next 6-7 years. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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€1,784.36 |
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Experience the embodiment of elegance with the Marie et Pierre Benetiere Syrah Cordeloux 2016. Crafted in the Northern Rhône Valley region of France by vintner duo Marie and Pierre Benetiere, this limited-production wine hails from vineyards of schistous soils, grown organically. The grapes are hand-picked and naturally fermented, yielding a wine that mirrors its terroir impeccably. Its luscious bouquet of black cherries, violet, leather, and smoky pepper draws you into a rich, complex palate with robust tannins and an enduring mineral finish. There's a remarkable purity to this wine, instilled by its thoughtful producers, reflecting their passion and dedication to the craftsmanship of fine Syrah wine. Quite simply, the Marie et Pierre Benetiere Syrah Cordeloux 2016 is a testament to the illustrious quality and potential of Condrieu Syrah wines. Savour and appreciate this magnificent example of French oenology. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€511.16 |
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Indulge in the exquisite Maxime Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Equis Domaine Des Lises 2016, an enigmatic wine from the renowned Northern Rhône Valley. This French masterpiece beautifully captures the essence of Syrah, masterfully crafted by Maxime Graillot - part of the celebrated Graillot family, famed for their commitment to authenticity and quality. The hand-harvested grapes are de-stemmed and matured in used burgundy barrels, producing a wine of exceptional quality. The nose is rich with refined black fruits and hints of smokey, spicy notes, leading to a story of vibrant minerality and polished tannins on the palate. An execution in balance, offering fresh acidity and tar-like bitterness that come to a harmonious conclusion. The Maxime Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Equis Domaine Des Lises 2016 offers a sublime journey for sophisticated palates, making it a must for lovers of robust yet elegant Syrah. Ideal for cellaring or immediate enjoyment, let this wine make a statement at your dining table. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€883.67 |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€517.02 |
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Emanating from the prestigious House of Château Mont-Redon, known for its exemplary vineyards in Rhône Valley since 1344, the Mont Redon Lirac 2016 is a robust yet refined display of French winemaking skills. Crafted meticulously in Lirac, this bio-dynamically produced wine is deeply imbued with the region's distinctive terroir. Fashioned mostly from Grenache grapes, along with a generous inclusion of Syrah and Mourvèdre, it's matured for over a year in oak barrels. This ageing imparts an enticing depth, enhancing the wine's complexity and longevity. The Mont Redon Lirac 2016 seduces with aromatic nuances of dark berries, infused with elements of spices and earthy undertones. On the palate, it unfolds into a harmonious blend of intense flavours, balanced tannins and a hint of mineralogy. Radiant ruby-red with an alluring aroma, this wine's eloquent finish leaves unforgettable sensory imprints, making Mont Redon Lirac 2016 an exceptional addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€596.05 |
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The Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is a pinnacle of connoisseurship, exuding bold elegance from its prime vineyards in the Rhône Valley of Southern France. Created by one of the region's oldest wine producers, Mont-Redon, this exceptional red blend captivates with its balance of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, all meticulously harvested from 30-year-old vines. The unique terroir of the 'Le Plateau' site imparts unmatched depth and complexity. Exquisite winemaking is demonstrated in the ageing, meticulously conducted for 12 months in oak casks delivering a wine of profound character and sensorial richness. Bursting with ripe red fruit, nuanced with notes of spice and earth, it offers a robust palate with impressive longevity. Its seamless integration of vibrant fruit, delicate tannins and undeniable structure positions the Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 amongst the most distinguished offerings of the region. Experience a tasting journey of French red wine mastery. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€290.23 |
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Experience the palatial excellence of French viticulture with Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016. Exquisitely crafted in the renowned vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this superb blend embodies the centuries-old winemaking history of Mont-Redon. Synonymous with exceptional quality, their commitment to traditional methods is evident in each harvest. Grown on galet roulés soils, this prestigious cuvee combines Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Matured for 18 months in large oak foudres, the fruits of this vintage portray tantalisingly complex characters. Richness, elegance, and longevity converge in a harmonious balance, presenting an enticing, exceptionally silky palate. The opulent bouquet displays vibrant black-fruit notes, layered with hints of earth and spice. The taste lingers, offering impeccable refinement and complexity from each sip. A top-ranking vintage, Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is ultimately an extraordinary testament to the perfection pursued in French winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€1,144.96 |
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Experience the palatial excellence of French viticulture with Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016. Exquisitely crafted in the renowned vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this superb blend embodies the centuries-old winemaking history of Mont-Redon. Synonymous with exceptional quality, their commitment to traditional methods is evident in each harvest. Grown on galet roulés soils, this prestigious cuvee combines Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Matured for 18 months in large oak foudres, the fruits of this vintage portray tantalisingly complex characters. Richness, elegance, and longevity converge in a harmonious balance, presenting an enticing, exceptionally silky palate. The opulent bouquet displays vibrant black-fruit notes, layered with hints of earth and spice. The taste lingers, offering impeccable refinement and complexity from each sip. A top-ranking vintage, Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is ultimately an extraordinary testament to the perfection pursued in French winemaking. |
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Rhone | 1 | 91 (VN) |
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€280.07 |
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Vinous (91)Lurid ruby. Pungent red berry, cherry liqueur, incense and lavender aromas are sharpened by a suggestion of white pepper and a smoky mineral quality. Intense raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show very good clarity and slowly gain sweetness as the wine stretches out. Youthful and seamless in texture, finishing very long and smooth, with a strong, repeating raspberry note and slow-building, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€691.02 |
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Expertly crafted by the esteemed Paumel family, the Mourre du Tendre Chateauneuf Du Pape Tres Vv 2016 is the epitome of sophisticated viniculture. Originating from the lauded Rhône Valley region of France, this distinguished vintage is produced from the oldest vines on the estate - embodying an exceptional quality in flavour and depth. The winemaking process embraces traditional methods, with meticulous hand harvesting and diligent barrel aging that imparts a distinctive full-bodied profile. A vibrant ruby hue is complemented by a complex bouquet showcasing red and black fruits, with layers of spice infusing an intoxicating nose. The structured palate possesses unassailable refinement and superb length, indicative of these time-honoured vines. Perfectly balanced tannins create an esteemed finish, ensuring this Mourre du Tendre Chateauneuf Du Pape Tres Vv 2016 remains a paragon of its kind in the world of fine wines. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WE) |
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€582.59 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)2016 marks the first bottling of de Nalys under the Guigal umbrella and this intensely ripe but pristine wine makes a promising debut. It's luscious but elegant, loaded with rich black-plum and cassis flavors firmed by piquant hits of licorice and pepper. Silky tannins make it approachable already but the wine should improve through 2036 and hold further still. |
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Rhone | 9 | 94 (JD) |
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€388.38 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94)The 2016 Crozes Hermitage Domaine De Thalabert offers a rocking (and classic) bouquet of ripe black fruits intermixed with notions new saddle leather, pepper, garrigue, and hints of bacon fat. This ripe, medium to full-bodied, silky wine has remarkable purity, is already complex, and finishes with serious length. Drink it over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€228.47 |
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Rhone | 10 | 97-98 (JS) |
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€637.45 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Very spicy and peppery with blue-granite aromas plus hints of grilled and smoked meat. Cloves and nutmeg. Full body, round and juicy tannins and a super spicy finish that almost burns with so much character yet turns fine and focused at the end. A beauty. |
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Rhone | 7 | 92 (DC) |
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€487.00 |
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Decanter (92)A rare Côtes-du-Rhône from the northern Rhône, the vines grown near Ampuis. It's a medium-bodied, bright and attractive white with lovely balance between generous plump fruit and inner tension. Good acidity for a 2016 white, and lovely lift from the Viognier. |
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Rhone | 2 | 91 (VN) |
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€281.00 |
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Vinous (91)Opaque ruby. Primary cherry, cassis, peony and olive qualities on the perfumed nose, along with hints of cracked pepper and licorice in the background. Sweet and seamless in texture, offering concentrated black and blue fruit flavors that unfold slowly and turn spicier with air. The long, velvety finish features supple tannins and leaves behind a sweet dark berry note. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€2,790.00 |
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Vinous (97)Inky ruby. Highly precise, mineral-accented black/blue fruit, exotic spice, olive paste and incense aromas pick up hints of smokiness and candied licorice as the wine opens up. Seamless and penetrating on the palate, offering urgent blueberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and floral pastille flavors and a strong jolt of smoky minerality. Deepens steadily on the strikingly long, penetrating finish, which features smooth, interwoven tannins and resonating florality. |
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Rhone | 2 | 92 (VN) |
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€269.00 |
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Vinous (92)Brilliant violet. Intense, mineral-accented cherry pit and cassis scents, along with hints of succulent herbs, olive, smoky bacon and violet. Juicy dark fruit and bitter cherry flavors unfold and slowly turn sweeter on the back half while picking up a zesty hint of cracked pepper. Fine-grained tannins lend gentle grip to the finish, which hangs on with impressive, spicy tenacity and repeating smokiness. |
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Rhone | 2 | 92-95 (JD) |
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€187.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (92-95)I have no such reservations with the 2016 Rasteau La Fontaine, and this sensational 2016 offers perfumed, elegant notes of black raspberries, spring flowers, violets and ample minerality. Made from 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Syrah, mostly destemmed and brought up in concrete tanks, this full-bodied, incredibly pure, yet concentrated beauty is a gem in this terrific vintage. 625 cases. While I wasn’t able to taste it, this estate base Rasteau release is always worth drinking. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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€733.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Incorporating 10% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre, the Grenache-dominated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape (there's a touch of Cinsault) sports a saturated ruby/purple color. It shows hints of new oak in its black raspberries, blackberry, cured meats, crushed violets and spice-driven aromatics. This gives way to a rich, incredibly concentrated base cuvée that could easily be mistaken for the Vieille Vignes from another good year. Polished, concentrated and young, it's going to need bottle age. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96 (JD) |
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€265.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)Incorporating 10% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre, the Grenache-dominated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape (there's a touch of Cinsault) sports a saturated ruby/purple color. It shows hints of new oak in its black raspberries, blackberry, cured meats, crushed violets and spice-driven aromatics. This gives way to a rich, incredibly concentrated base cuvée that could easily be mistaken for the Vieille Vignes from another good year. Polished, concentrated and young, it's going to need bottle age. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€1,010.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€358.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! |
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Rhone | 1 | 98-100 (JD) |
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€1,355.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)Incorporating 8% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 5% other permitted variety, 60% destemmed, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes sports a deep, inky color as well as sensational notes of black currants, smoked meats, earth and crushed rocks. Deep, rich, unctuous and decadent, with huge extract and richness, yet never over the top or overripe, it's a killer wine that's going to flirt with perfection on release. |
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Rhone | 2 | 98-100 (JD) |
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€583.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98-100)Incorporating 8% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 5% other permitted variety, 60% destemmed, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes sports a deep, inky color as well as sensational notes of black currants, smoked meats, earth and crushed rocks. Deep, rich, unctuous and decadent, with huge extract and richness, yet never over the top or overripe, it's a killer wine that's going to flirt with perfection on release. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€258.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The most impressive Rasteau to have ever passed these lips, the 2016 Rasteau Cuvee Fleur de Confiance is a full-bodied, richly muscular wine that takes all the warmth and power of the appellation and somehow turns it elegant. Black cherries, licorice and cocoa all come together seamlessly into a cascade of spice, cola and fruit, then ends with great length, soft tannins and finely ground stone. The secret to this 4,000-bottle cuvée is old-vine Grenache grown on blue clay. At the time of my visit, it was unclear if there will be a Fleur de Confiance bottled in 2017. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) |
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€527.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)A true “wow” wine, the deep, concentrated 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Hauts-Lieux (there's 20% Mourvèdre) offers awesome notes of blackcurrants, smoked meats, graphite, crushed rocks, and licorice. Extraordinarily concentrated, perfectly balanced, structured, and long, it's another sensational wine from this estate. It needs 4-5 years of bottle age and will cruise for 15-20 after that. |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)The 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Trois Sources is straight-up sensational and isn’t far off the more expensive Reserve cuvée in style and quality. Huge notes of blackcurrants, black raspberries, crushed violets, licorice, and incredible minerality, as well as a smoking floral quality, all soar from the glass of this full-bodied, seamless, pure wine that readers should snatch up. With good acidity, awesome purity, and a great, great finish, it's an incredible wine any way you look at it. Drink it anytime over the coming two decades or more. |
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€432.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)A modern-day legend in the making is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Reserve from Jean-Paul Daumen, one of the greatest young wines I’ve ever tasted. This Grenache-dominated effort was brought up all in foudre and tastes like the essence of this incredible terroir located on the northern edge of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Deep purple-colored, with an intoxicating bouquet of black raspberries, crushed herbs, black licorice, spring flowers, and spice, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a deep, multi-dimensional texture, a huge mid-palate, and a finish that goes on for over a minute. Not far off the style of the Les Trois Sources, yet with another level of concentration, it has a certain accessibility yet won’t be at its best for another 4-5 years, but it will keep for another two decades or more. |
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Wine Advocate (94-96)The 2016 Gigondas Les Racines was in its foudres at the time of my visit, but I still think it is the equal of the Brunier family's Châteauneufs. Full-bodied and rich but silky and almost lacy in texture, it marries raspberries and apricots with lovely herbal nuances and a lingering finish. It's a tremendous Gigondas, made from 75-year-old vines (80% Grenache). |
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Wine Advocate (93)The 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape is a blend of 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Syrah, aged predominantly in concrete and foudre. Biodynamically farmed and traditionally made, it reached 15.5% alcohol, which shows a bit in the wine's size and slight warmth. It's full-bodied, rich and velvety, with bold black cherry fruit, hints of clove and cola and a long, savory-spicy finish. I'd opt for drinking it over the next 6-7 years. |
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Experience the embodiment of elegance with the Marie et Pierre Benetiere Syrah Cordeloux 2016. Crafted in the Northern Rhône Valley region of France by vintner duo Marie and Pierre Benetiere, this limited-production wine hails from vineyards of schistous soils, grown organically. The grapes are hand-picked and naturally fermented, yielding a wine that mirrors its terroir impeccably. Its luscious bouquet of black cherries, violet, leather, and smoky pepper draws you into a rich, complex palate with robust tannins and an enduring mineral finish. There's a remarkable purity to this wine, instilled by its thoughtful producers, reflecting their passion and dedication to the craftsmanship of fine Syrah wine. Quite simply, the Marie et Pierre Benetiere Syrah Cordeloux 2016 is a testament to the illustrious quality and potential of Condrieu Syrah wines. Savour and appreciate this magnificent example of French oenology. |
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Indulge in the exquisite Maxime Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Equis Domaine Des Lises 2016, an enigmatic wine from the renowned Northern Rhône Valley. This French masterpiece beautifully captures the essence of Syrah, masterfully crafted by Maxime Graillot - part of the celebrated Graillot family, famed for their commitment to authenticity and quality. The hand-harvested grapes are de-stemmed and matured in used burgundy barrels, producing a wine of exceptional quality. The nose is rich with refined black fruits and hints of smokey, spicy notes, leading to a story of vibrant minerality and polished tannins on the palate. An execution in balance, offering fresh acidity and tar-like bitterness that come to a harmonious conclusion. The Maxime Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Equis Domaine Des Lises 2016 offers a sublime journey for sophisticated palates, making it a must for lovers of robust yet elegant Syrah. Ideal for cellaring or immediate enjoyment, let this wine make a statement at your dining table. |
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Emanating from the prestigious House of Château Mont-Redon, known for its exemplary vineyards in Rhône Valley since 1344, the Mont Redon Lirac 2016 is a robust yet refined display of French winemaking skills. Crafted meticulously in Lirac, this bio-dynamically produced wine is deeply imbued with the region's distinctive terroir. Fashioned mostly from Grenache grapes, along with a generous inclusion of Syrah and Mourvèdre, it's matured for over a year in oak barrels. This ageing imparts an enticing depth, enhancing the wine's complexity and longevity. The Mont Redon Lirac 2016 seduces with aromatic nuances of dark berries, infused with elements of spices and earthy undertones. On the palate, it unfolds into a harmonious blend of intense flavours, balanced tannins and a hint of mineralogy. Radiant ruby-red with an alluring aroma, this wine's eloquent finish leaves unforgettable sensory imprints, making Mont Redon Lirac 2016 an exceptional addition to any fine wine collection. |
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The Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is a pinnacle of connoisseurship, exuding bold elegance from its prime vineyards in the Rhône Valley of Southern France. Created by one of the region's oldest wine producers, Mont-Redon, this exceptional red blend captivates with its balance of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, all meticulously harvested from 30-year-old vines. The unique terroir of the 'Le Plateau' site imparts unmatched depth and complexity. Exquisite winemaking is demonstrated in the ageing, meticulously conducted for 12 months in oak casks delivering a wine of profound character and sensorial richness. Bursting with ripe red fruit, nuanced with notes of spice and earth, it offers a robust palate with impressive longevity. Its seamless integration of vibrant fruit, delicate tannins and undeniable structure positions the Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 amongst the most distinguished offerings of the region. Experience a tasting journey of French red wine mastery. |
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€238.00 |
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Experience the palatial excellence of French viticulture with Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016. Exquisitely crafted in the renowned vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this superb blend embodies the centuries-old winemaking history of Mont-Redon. Synonymous with exceptional quality, their commitment to traditional methods is evident in each harvest. Grown on galet roulés soils, this prestigious cuvee combines Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Matured for 18 months in large oak foudres, the fruits of this vintage portray tantalisingly complex characters. Richness, elegance, and longevity converge in a harmonious balance, presenting an enticing, exceptionally silky palate. The opulent bouquet displays vibrant black-fruit notes, layered with hints of earth and spice. The taste lingers, offering impeccable refinement and complexity from each sip. A top-ranking vintage, Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is ultimately an extraordinary testament to the perfection pursued in French winemaking. |
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Experience the palatial excellence of French viticulture with Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016. Exquisitely crafted in the renowned vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this superb blend embodies the centuries-old winemaking history of Mont-Redon. Synonymous with exceptional quality, their commitment to traditional methods is evident in each harvest. Grown on galet roulés soils, this prestigious cuvee combines Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Matured for 18 months in large oak foudres, the fruits of this vintage portray tantalisingly complex characters. Richness, elegance, and longevity converge in a harmonious balance, presenting an enticing, exceptionally silky palate. The opulent bouquet displays vibrant black-fruit notes, layered with hints of earth and spice. The taste lingers, offering impeccable refinement and complexity from each sip. A top-ranking vintage, Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Le Plateau 2016 is ultimately an extraordinary testament to the perfection pursued in French winemaking. |
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€211.00 |
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Vinous (91)Lurid ruby. Pungent red berry, cherry liqueur, incense and lavender aromas are sharpened by a suggestion of white pepper and a smoky mineral quality. Intense raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show very good clarity and slowly gain sweetness as the wine stretches out. Youthful and seamless in texture, finishing very long and smooth, with a strong, repeating raspberry note and slow-building, harmonious tannins. |
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Expertly crafted by the esteemed Paumel family, the Mourre du Tendre Chateauneuf Du Pape Tres Vv 2016 is the epitome of sophisticated viniculture. Originating from the lauded Rhône Valley region of France, this distinguished vintage is produced from the oldest vines on the estate - embodying an exceptional quality in flavour and depth. The winemaking process embraces traditional methods, with meticulous hand harvesting and diligent barrel aging that imparts a distinctive full-bodied profile. A vibrant ruby hue is complemented by a complex bouquet showcasing red and black fruits, with layers of spice infusing an intoxicating nose. The structured palate possesses unassailable refinement and superb length, indicative of these time-honoured vines. Perfectly balanced tannins create an esteemed finish, ensuring this Mourre du Tendre Chateauneuf Du Pape Tres Vv 2016 remains a paragon of its kind in the world of fine wines. |
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€467.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)2016 marks the first bottling of de Nalys under the Guigal umbrella and this intensely ripe but pristine wine makes a promising debut. It's luscious but elegant, loaded with rich black-plum and cassis flavors firmed by piquant hits of licorice and pepper. Silky tannins make it approachable already but the wine should improve through 2036 and hold further still. |
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€305.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94)The 2016 Crozes Hermitage Domaine De Thalabert offers a rocking (and classic) bouquet of ripe black fruits intermixed with notions new saddle leather, pepper, garrigue, and hints of bacon fat. This ripe, medium to full-bodied, silky wine has remarkable purity, is already complex, and finishes with serious length. Drink it over the coming 10-15 years. |
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€168.00 |
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€525.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Very spicy and peppery with blue-granite aromas plus hints of grilled and smoked meat. Cloves and nutmeg. Full body, round and juicy tannins and a super spicy finish that almost burns with so much character yet turns fine and focused at the end. A beauty. |
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