2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Secret de Sabon
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The barely bricking 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape le Secret de Sabon shows little sign of aging. Black cherries and blackberries mingle easily on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied and supple, providing great drinkability. While it may not have the density or complexity of the very best vintages, it's still a super effort, showing admirable concentration, a wonderful texture and plenty of length. Drink it now and anytime over the next decade.
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Jeb Dunnuck
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Starting with the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Le Secret du Sabon, it shows the sunny character of the vintage with its perfumed kirsch and red fruits, herbes de Provence, licorice and ground spices. A big wine, it possesses full-bodied richness, fine tannin and a seamless, elegant style that will allow it to evolve gracefully for 15 years or more. Drink: 2014 - 2029. eRobertParker.com #214 Aug 2014