Domaine Clos des Papes Paul Avril Châteauneuf du Pape 2020
Rhône wine Rouge
Lilting and perfumy, with a grace that belies the vintage, this offers layer upon layer of raspberry, boysenberry, floral, mineral and mocha flavors that glide to a long, silky, refined finish. So seductive, you almost miss how powerful it is--a masterful job of winemaking.
Robert Parker : 97+ points
Red wine 2020
- Area : Vallée du Rhône
- Name : Châteauneuf du Pape
- Grape variety : Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah
- Structure : Complex, Deep, Dense, Finesse, Length, Sappy
- Families of flavor : Fresh fruits, Licorice, Mokka, Spices
- Conservation : A boire jusqu'en 2030 et plus
- Temperature of service : 16°
- Mets/wines agreements : Canard aux pêches de vigne, Carré d'agneau aux herbes, Chapon farci aux truffes, Pigeon aux olives
- Capacity : Bottle (0,75 L)
Description of the Domaine Clos des Papes Paul Avril
Lilting and perfumy, with a grace that belies the vintage, this offers layer upon layer of raspberry, boysenberry, floral, mineral and mocha flavors that glide to a long, silky, refined finish. So seductive, you almost miss how powerful it is--a masterful job of winemaking.
" The 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape is full-bodied but balanced, with plenty of richness and concentration but also a certain paradoxical lightness. It offers complex garrigue and anise notes, a blend of cherry and raspberry fruit, a silky texture and a long finish that shows no sign of the wine’s 15.8% alcohol. For technocrats, the wine’s pH is 3.7, which is sufficient acidity to maintain a fine sense of balance. This lovely wine should dri"nk well for at least two decades. Together with the 2015 and the 2017, it will be a compelling trio of wines to follow over the years.
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