1998 Chateauneuf du Pape
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Readers will find the 1998 Chateauneuf du Pape to be a reasonably good value. It is a long, rich, fat effort with plenty of Provencal spice intermixed with cherry liqueur, pepper, and olives. Long and pure, with medium to full body, low acidity, and a succulent texture, it is a hedonistic Chateauneuf du Pape to drink over the next decade. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524
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The dark ruby/purple-colored 1998 Chateauneuf du Pape is a good introduction to what Michel Maret produces. It offers up textbook aromas of kirsch, roasted nuts, and jammy black cherries. Spicy and well-made, with medium to full body and excellent purity, this is a tasty, generously-endowed wine to drink over the next 7-10 years. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524
Readers will find the 1998 Chateauneuf du Pape to be a reasonably good value. It is a long, rich, fat effort with plenty of Provencal spice intermixed with cherry liqueur, pepper, and olives. Long and pure, with medium to full body, low acidity, and a succulent texture, it is a hedonistic Chateauneuf du Pape to drink over the next decade. Wine Advocate.October, 2000
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro
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