2011 Chateauneuf du Pape
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While the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape shows signs of age in its aromas of pressed flowers and decaying leaves, there are enough ripe cherries to sustain it a few more years. It's medium to full-bodied, supple and silky in feel—a nicely aged, elegant example of Chateauneuf du Pape at age 10.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
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Deep ruby. Vibrant, high-pitched aromas of candied red fruits and lavender, with Asian spice and herb topnotes. Juicy and precise, offering gently sweet raspberry and cherry flavors and a good snap of acidity. Closes silky and long, with lingering spiciness and very good clarity. There's something pinot-like about this wine's elegance; it is already in bottle, by the way.
85% Grenache, 5% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault. Bright crimson. Luscious and just a tad reduced. Lots of ripe fruit and bouncy appeal. Fine tannins. Sweet, slightly hot, finish. (JR)
About the producer
Famille Isabel Ferrando is a leading wine producer in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Product details
Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Cinsault
Red
Dry