2012 Chateauneuf du Pape
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Full ruby. Spice- and mineral-accented aromas of fresh red berries and candied flowers, with a hint of smokiness coming up slowly. Silky and sweet in the mouth, offering vibrant raspberry and cherry flavors and a touch of spicecake. Smooths out nicely on the finish, which features gentle tannins and an echo of floral pastilles.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape is also quite good, but comes up short on depth and richness. Exhibiting plenty of darker fruits, tobacco leaf and hints of olive, it’s medium-bodied, elegant and supple, with mid-weight aromas and flavors. Drink it over the coming 5-6 years.
Deep ruby. Spicy cherry and blackcurrant aromas are complicated by peppery spices, licorice and mocha. Pliant and juicy, with energetic red and dark berry flavors, subtle sweetness and a hint of candied flowers. Gains weight with air but maintains its freshness, finishing smooth and long, with supple, even tannins.
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro
Red
Dry