2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse Temps
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This was my debut tasting of the 500-case cuvee of 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse-Temps (from a vineyard near the renowned Chateau Beaucastel). A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre aged completely in neutral wood foudres, its dense purple color is followed by aromas of roasted meats, saddle leather, animal fur, blackberries, and cherry liqueur. Rich, structured, and full-bodied, it may be controversial as there is an element of brett in the aromatics (or is that just the Mourvedre component?). In any event, it should be cellared for 1-3 years, and drunk over the following 10-12. Importer: a Patrick Lesec Selection, various American importers, including Stacole Fine Wines, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 998-0039, Classic Wines, Boston, MA; tel. (617) 469-5799; Fine Vines LLC, Maywood, IL; tel. (708) 343-5901; Associated Wine Distributors, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-8048; and Vintage ’59 Imports, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 966-9218
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Medium red. Sauvage aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, brown spices, game, leather and cigar butt. Then sweet and lively in the mouth, and a bit less rustic: red berries, sandalwood, leather, herbs, spices and gibier Offers nice delineation and lift. Here the slightly dry-edged finish is a bit more juicy.
This was my debut tasting of the 500-case cuvee of 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse-Temps (from a vineyard near the renowned Chateau Beaucastel). A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre aged completely in neutral wood foudres, its dense purple color is followed by aromas of roasted meats, saddle leather, animal fur, blackberries, and cherry liqueur. Rich, structured, and full-bodied, it may be controversial as there is an element of brett in the aromatics (or is that just the Mourvedre component?). In any event, it should be cellared for 1-3 years, and drunk over the following 10-12. Feb 2004, www.robertparker.com
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro
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