A good piece of evidence for drinking more CdP. Nice complexity from the very start and minimal tannic impact makes for very good drinking. Third night under pump got a little grapey, so probably near the end.
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Really pleased with this. Not sure what I paid, but major league profile, with lots of that C de P complexity going on. But leave it swirling in the mouth a long time and it's fun. Going strong, but no reason to wait.
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Assessed over three hours. Initially the wine offered baked plum and anise. The Syrah was evident with some smoky bacon tones, and the Mourvèdre with some barnyard. The tannins seemed fine grained early. The 14.5% was evident. On the palate, black fruits and black olives, oriental spice box. It was 2007 ripe but not plodding as some can be. Acidity was seemed adequate. I never got any Brett, only garrigue. With food the tannins became quite aggressive, contrary to what I usually expect. The lack of acidity emerged and the wine took on a Port-like quality. It did have some nice aromatic lift as it warmed in the mouth. I would say the wine is mid age. There was no sense of decline whatsoever.
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Full throttle blackberry, boysenberry, olive tapenade with bits of tobacco. Pretty modern in style, tannins are fine at this point. No way I would have guessed Rhone if it were blind, maybe Passo.
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Powerful wine. Black fruits, blackberry and black cherry, some coffee, some five spice, some tobacco on the nose, long black olive finish. Garrigue elements more on the finish than the nose. Fine tannins, which seemed more obvious with a Mediterrian vegatarian pasta dish. I was suprised that I enjoyed my last glass by itself more than the last glass with dinner. There is a bit of the big ripeness that I associate with 2007. Nice now but no panic.
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Poured in a comparative CdP lineup with no decanting and tasted over 2-3 hours, the VV had a promising dark fruited, subtle sauvage nose. Adequate, rich blue and black fruits currently balance notable, though not severe, tannins. The delicious fruit core is much more evident when tasted with an earthy, washed rind soft cheese. This wine seems quite early in it's development and would benefit from 3-4 hours decant or 5-6 more years in the cellar.
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Agree with TYCHILL - doing very poorly at the moment. Nose practically absent. No fruit. Finish dull and unpleasant. Didn't seem overtly flawed. I would rate 79, but I'm withholding the number because it just might improve in a few years (2 more bottles.)
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Was expecting a lot given the producer and the vintage but this was a real disappointment for me.
Nose showing pretty black currants, some anise and brambly note as well. In the mouth the initial attack is good but then this just absolutely falls off a cliff. Thin and hot on the finish with little fruit.
Not sure if this is gone or perhaps just in a dumb phase. I don't have any more but if I did, I'd hold a good deal longer.
Patio Party Summer Solstice June 2015: Really outstanding and a bit of a surprise to me because this isn't a particularly esteemed domaine as far as I know. Hit just the right spot for me with impeccable balance, well delineated fruits (dark and red berries), lively acidity, a distinctive finish of tobacco and herbs, and some complexity afforded by time in bottle.
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There are many notes already for this wine so not a lot to add. I definitely get that whole cherry kirsch thing (or cherry cough drop as someone mentioned but that is less complimentary in my view). Overall we enjoyed this wine very much. Also have a 2010 in the cellar but that will have to wait a few more years.
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Couldn't wait any longer, so pulled this from cellar last night. Cherry, dark & red berry, coffee, and smoke aromas and flavors. Delicious and smooth, with just a bit of heat -- well integrated. Seems like it will be even better in next few years. I wish I had more than one left.
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Same note as before. A fruit bomb. Already brown edges. The drinking window won't probably last more than 3 to 4 years. Again, this wine needs filtering to be enjoable.
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Lovely. Although this one was from a different source it also had the 'sparkling' effect which I could only get rid of through heavy filtering. A rather feminine wine, not needing any more cellaring.
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A fantastic experience. Watching the Sotchi opening ceremony I rewarded myself with a beautiful CdP from 2007.
This CdP is ready for business- I decanted it for half an hour. As this wine (opposed the previous bottles) had some strange sparkling, I decanted & filtered it and have it rested for half an hour.- Bouquet of flowers, berries, just a bit hot (fine with me) and a palate full of harmony and elegance. Not sure it is because of a great CdP year or a great wine. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it very much. I could even sniff the empty bottle with full enjoyment (which I am still doing currently). :-)
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CT Gang at Nick's (Laguna Beach, CA): Very nice. Dark fruit and tar nose. Palate shows nice complexity with cherry, tobacco, and herbs. Medium finish and tannins are almost completely resolved leading to a silky mouthfeel.
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Same note as before. However, I had a strange sediment in the glass. Probably transportation shock. Will have to rest the remaining bottles for some weeks before opening another.
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92+. Plays in the same league (price, score, nose, palate) as the CdP Cuvee du Vatican Reserve Sixtine 2007. However, this has even more class. Wonderfull extrovert almond, vanilla, winter aroma nose. Palate in harmony (well, at least 95% :-). Ready to drink (PP95). Perfect X-Mas wine. Strong enough to go with a meaty dinner but can also be consumed without.
For 33 € I have ordered 6 more, although they are hard to find 3 - 4 years after release.
By the way: Excellent bottle design (Google: "La Mitrale"). Lets this bottle feel very valuable.
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Cooked N.Y. steaks and grabbed this wine to compliment the Friday dinner evening. The wine is pretty much the same as when previously tasted on four occasions: "Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. ... Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture." The wine is getting softer and more velvety. A nice pairing with the steaks. Score 93-94.
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Consumed with friends at a pool party, where the temperature rose to 119 degrees here in Arizona. Of course the wine was consumed inside the house with dinner. No notes taken, but the wine tasted quite similar to the notes I previously made on 12/8/12 and 7/5/12. A great pairing pairing with hamburgers (of course, without mustard or other condiments). A really sumptuous wine by itself too.
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Decanted for an hour and used an aerator. Served at a wine party. Beautiful Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Mixed berries, pepper, licorice, spice, oak, and cassis. Very good acidity and balance with a long impressive finish. Well-rounded tannins with desirable complexity and boldness. -93 points-
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This was the last bottle of three, the first two of which I didn't record any reaction. I opened this last one becasue the 2010 is so highly rated but..... the 2007, despite some pretty good rating, didn't convince me to buy the 2010. I may get one and open it early.
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Very Châteauneufy to me...Cherry, plums, rosemary, garrigue, pepper, tobacco, cassis, and more...a bit of bitter aftertaste on it to me though...almost reminds me of tree bark or something.
Getting toward mature I think, but it definitely improves with a long decant. Keep it in the cellar a bit longer or throw it in a decanter for a while before drinking.
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Very similar to my last tasting on 7/5/12: "Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. ... Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture." The tannin seemed hardly noticeable this time. Quite sumptuous and a fairly bargain priced wine. Score 93-94.
Dinner with friends, served with beef. Wonderful bottle of wine, layers of concentrated flavors, great nose. Balanced tannins well integrated. Excellent.
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Still a dark ruby color; clear. Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. I did not get cola this time. Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture. Soft enough in the mouth, with the tannin being very slightly noticeable. Excellent balance. A long and spicy finish. Paired nicely with roasted chicken. Score 93-94.
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Loved this wine. Dark inky purple color, fragrant bouquet; well balanced w/ that layered barrage of flavors that only the Rhone region can produce. a little heavy on the wallet, but I love this wine for special occasions.
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Real sumptuous stuff. A dark ruby color; bright and clear. Aromas of blackberry, black currant, licorice, herbs, cola, sweet oak. The same flavors, along with a pronounced amount of cherry, black pepper, and spice. Big, rich and structured. Soft and velvety in the mouth. The tannins are there, but suppressed by the high fruit concentration. A long and spicy finish, with just a very slight alcohol sting on the back palate. Pairs very nicely with lamb chops. A bargain priced CDP.
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Popped and poured to have with chili. Dark fruit, pepper, grilled steak, sage. Full bodied, long finish. Only downside was the inital acidity was a little high but it mellowed out as we drank the bottle.
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Old school CDP...Think baby Rayas...Cherries and incense with sweet sweet tannins and a lot of them..My score will probably be higher in a few years..very, very nice mouthfeel and an excellent buy..A definate food wine as Domaine Chante Cigale has always been.
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Sorry, no real notes since this was at dinner with friends. Everyone was blown away by this wines texture, color, smoothness, balance. Strength yet subtle this wine is a great expression of a good southern rhone CdP. My only concern is if it will age well. It is so approachable now that you may want to try one and decide. GREAT WINE.
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Excellent, balanced and smooth cdp. Medium bodied, not too much fruit (plum, cherries, blueberry) with just enough acidity to balance the heat. Starts silky smooth on the palate (with some candy/caramel sweetness), then fruit and oak hit you and then it lasts a long time with a spicy and smoky finish. Not much tannin (comes alive in the finish). My kind of wine.
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So I bought another 6 pack and decided to try another. I opened and immediately poured to check how long to decant. Much to my surprise, this was awesome right out of the bottle. Fresh red fruit, kirsch liquor, some herbs, a little cola, little au jus on the nose. Strong finish, full bodied. Just amazing. I seem to be liking this more than other reviewers and I'm not sure why.
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I am very much looking forward to the 2007 CDP's, but about 6-9 months ago, I was going to let all of the sit tight for 2-3 years before opening a new bottle. My view, they are so tight, dense, and reduced, they need many years to mellow; after which, all the 07 southern rhones will be amazing!
That said, this mid-tier CDP actually performed quite well, in my view. Still tight after a couple hours, this was highly fruit forward (as all 07 southern rhones) with a nice, but not perfect finish.
Lots of promise.
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Nose: Floral, with undertones of red fruit. Taste: Very cherry on the approach and midpalate. Good tannins, could use some more age. Finishes with kind of a cherry cough drop note. Long finish, but hot. This is a really big wine, and its quite good today but I'd wager it'll be way better after mellowing out in the bottle for a few years.
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Found this to be a fairly average CdP... It did open up over several hours, and was quite decent near the end, but the experience out of the bottle was sorely lacking.
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A tasty CdP with great structure. Provencal herbs, plum and a nice meatiness give way to a good balance of acidity and weight with only a hint of tannins on the finish. Pretty good for $39 but in comparison to the regular CdP from Chante Cigale, which was $25, this isn't $14 better so I would go with that one over this one.
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First of the mid level '07's. Just picked up and had to try one. Decanted for 1 hour. First impression, purity of fruit. Nose of cola, cherry, herbs. Taste of red fruit, herbs, pepper. Full bodied, great finish. Great QPR. Think I'll go for more.
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It's a wine meant to be drunk with food. On its own, tannic and reminiscent of rare grilled meats and herbes de provence. Complemented extremely well by cheese-cream cheese, major grey's chutney, ginger and almonds. The mango brought out the fruit. Excited to see how it pairs with the next course- lamb ragu and gnocchi.
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Dark ruby...Outstanding nose which only got better as time went on...Licorice,garrigue, dark fruit and crushed black pepper...Palate: Dark and red lush juicy fruit, pepper, along with a hint of graphite and tobacco...Well balanced with good acidity....Like many 07's its a bit extracted but not over done by any means....I will be not popping my other bottle for a few years. I am curious to see how these 07 cdp's develope...Cheers!!
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2007 Chateauneuf du Papes ($60 and under): This was also thrown in as an extra bottle. I suspect it is not in a great place right now as most 05's are not. It was mine, and the groups, last place wine. A nose of iodine, graphite, raspberries and cherries. The palate was hollow and the finish clipped. A vague sense of bitter sweet fruit on the palate, but this should be cellared for 5 more years IMO. Seems to have the stuffing underneath.
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Wines of France Tasting (Binny's, St. Charles): Inky purple/garnet color, opaque almost to the edge. Closed for business. Some subtle dark fruit and garrigue notes discernable, along with dark fruit and licorice tones on the palate. Firm, searing tannins.
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I really loved this! Fruit forward and luscious red fruits. Correct balance of garrigue, pepper, red fruit. For some reason, could not stop drinking it - leaves you wanting more. Smooth drinking with nice finish. Great with comfort foods like stews, roasts.
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10/25/2023 - Outplaying Likes this wine:
I am generally not a fan of this vintage, but this was pretty good. Soft and earthy. Rich but overly ripe or sweet.
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3/19/2022 - levinml wrote: 92 Points
A good piece of evidence for drinking more CdP. Nice complexity from the very start and minimal tannic impact makes for very good drinking. Third night under pump got a little grapey, so probably near the end.
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9/21/2020 - levinml wrote: 92 Points
Really pleased with this. Not sure what I paid, but major league profile, with lots of that C de P complexity going on. But leave it swirling in the mouth a long time and it's fun. Going strong, but no reason to wait.
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8/18/2020 - trmoore wrote: flawed
Oxidized.
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3/26/2020 - Beaunedoc Likes this wine: 91 Points
Assessed over three hours. Initially the wine offered baked plum and anise. The Syrah was evident with some smoky bacon tones, and the Mourvèdre with some barnyard. The tannins seemed fine grained early. The 14.5% was evident. On the palate, black fruits and black olives, oriental spice box. It was 2007 ripe but not plodding as some can be. Acidity was seemed adequate. I never got any Brett, only garrigue. With food the tannins became quite aggressive, contrary to what I usually expect. The lack of acidity emerged and the wine took on a Port-like quality. It did have some nice aromatic lift as it warmed in the mouth. I would say the wine is mid age. There was no sense of decline whatsoever.
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3/16/2020 - Bellissimo wrote:
No formal note. PnP, consumed over several hours.
Full throttle blackberry, boysenberry, olive tapenade with bits of tobacco. Pretty modern in style, tannins are fine at this point. No way I would have guessed Rhone if it were blind, maybe Passo.
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3/28/2019 - Beaunedoc Likes this wine: 95 Points
Powerful wine. Black fruits, blackberry and black cherry, some coffee, some five spice, some tobacco on the nose, long black olive finish. Garrigue elements more on the finish than the nose. Fine tannins, which seemed more obvious with a Mediterrian vegatarian pasta dish. I was suprised that I enjoyed my last glass by itself more than the last glass with dinner. There is a bit of the big ripeness that I associate with 2007. Nice now but no panic.
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2/9/2019 - marcelk wrote: flawed
fizzy
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8/25/2018 - smphelps wrote: 88 Points
Pretty super average, standard CDP. Didn't show much age, either, or development. Not bad, just not interesting.
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4/10/2018 - oldcorke Likes this wine: 94 Points
Poured in a comparative CdP lineup with no decanting and tasted over 2-3 hours, the VV had a promising dark fruited, subtle sauvage nose. Adequate, rich blue and black fruits currently balance notable, though not severe, tannins. The delicious fruit core is much more evident when tasted with an earthy, washed rind soft cheese. This wine seems quite early in it's development and would benefit from 3-4 hours decant or 5-6 more years in the cellar.
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1/20/2018 - Intellectual Sasquatch Does not like this wine: 80 Points
Something is wrong with the finish with thi wine. Couldn't drink it.
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5/17/2017 - Baroque Flute Does not like this wine:
Agree with TYCHILL - doing very poorly at the moment. Nose practically absent. No fruit. Finish dull and unpleasant. Didn't seem overtly flawed. I would rate 79, but I'm withholding the number because it just might improve in a few years (2 more bottles.)
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3/16/2017 - Chainthroer wrote: 93 Points
See my notes of 9/27/13. Score 93-94. A big and intensely rich wine.
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4/21/2016 - roel wrote: flawed
Ever so slight fizz and agressive on the tongue. Drinkable but surely an off bottle.
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1/2/2016 - tychill wrote: 86 Points
Was expecting a lot given the producer and the vintage but this was a real disappointment for me.
Nose showing pretty black currants, some anise and brambly note as well. In the mouth the initial attack is good but then this just absolutely falls off a cliff. Thin and hot on the finish with little fruit.
Not sure if this is gone or perhaps just in a dumb phase. I don't have any more but if I did, I'd hold a good deal longer.
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11/29/2015 - smphelps wrote: 88 Points
Spicy, and showing more heat than I'd like. Primary red fruit flavors in the mouth. Just ok.
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6/21/2015 - pgb67 wrote: 94 Points
Patio Party Summer Solstice June 2015: Really outstanding and a bit of a surprise to me because this isn't a particularly esteemed domaine as far as I know. Hit just the right spot for me with impeccable balance, well delineated fruits (dark and red berries), lively acidity, a distinctive finish of tobacco and herbs, and some complexity afforded by time in bottle.
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2/26/2015 - HOS Likes this wine: 96 Points
Decanted 2 hours. Au jus, herbs pepper. Rich flavor profile, full bodied, long finish. Perfectly integrated tannins. What a great bottle.
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8/13/2014 - _Xenon wrote: 90 Points
I the drinking window closing already? I was missing the sexiness and the poisoning fruity nose.
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7/12/2014 - brown57 Likes this wine: 93 Points
There are many notes already for this wine so not a lot to add. I definitely get that whole cherry kirsch thing (or cherry cough drop as someone mentioned but that is less complimentary in my view). Overall we enjoyed this wine very much. Also have a 2010 in the cellar but that will have to wait a few more years.
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6/8/2014 - PetePullen Likes this wine: 93 Points
Couldn't wait any longer, so pulled this from cellar last night. Cherry, dark & red berry, coffee, and smoke aromas and flavors. Delicious and smooth, with just a bit of heat -- well integrated. Seems like it will be even better in next few years. I wish I had more than one left.
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5/29/2014 - _Xenon wrote: flawed
Although cork was ok. Other defect?
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3/16/2014 - _Xenon Likes this wine: 92 Points
Same note as before. A fruit bomb. Already brown edges. The drinking window won't probably last more than 3 to 4 years. Again, this wine needs filtering to be enjoable.
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3/6/2014 - _Xenon Likes this wine: 92 Points
Lovely. Although this one was from a different source it also had the 'sparkling' effect which I could only get rid of through heavy filtering. A rather feminine wine, not needing any more cellaring.
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2/7/2014 - _Xenon Likes this wine: 93 Points
A fantastic experience. Watching the Sotchi opening ceremony I rewarded myself with a beautiful CdP from 2007.
This CdP is ready for business- I decanted it for half an hour. As this wine (opposed the previous bottles) had some strange sparkling, I decanted & filtered it and have it rested for half an hour.- Bouquet of flowers, berries, just a bit hot (fine with me) and a palate full of harmony and elegance. Not sure it is because of a great CdP year or a great wine. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it very much. I could even sniff the empty bottle with full enjoyment (which I am still doing currently). :-)
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12/15/2013 - brigcampbell wrote: 90 Points
CT Gang at Nick's (Laguna Beach, CA): Very nice. Dark fruit and tar nose. Palate shows nice complexity with cherry, tobacco, and herbs. Medium finish and tannins are almost completely resolved leading to a silky mouthfeel.
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11/22/2013 - _Xenon wrote: 91 Points
Same note as before. However, I had a strange sediment in the glass. Probably transportation shock. Will have to rest the remaining bottles for some weeks before opening another.
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11/14/2013 - _Xenon wrote: 92 Points
92+. Plays in the same league (price, score, nose, palate) as the CdP Cuvee du Vatican Reserve Sixtine 2007. However, this has even more class. Wonderfull extrovert almond, vanilla, winter aroma nose. Palate in harmony (well, at least 95% :-). Ready to drink (PP95). Perfect X-Mas wine. Strong enough to go with a meaty dinner but can also be consumed without.
For 33 € I have ordered 6 more, although they are hard to find 3 - 4 years after release.
By the way: Excellent bottle design (Google: "La Mitrale"). Lets this bottle feel very valuable.
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10/12/2013 - Bigcat29 wrote: 92 Points
At Perez with Frows.
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9/27/2013 - Chainthroer wrote: 93 Points
Cooked N.Y. steaks and grabbed this wine to compliment the Friday dinner evening. The wine is pretty much the same as when previously tasted on four occasions: "Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. ... Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture." The wine is getting softer and more velvety. A nice pairing with the steaks. Score 93-94.
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8/3/2013 - williamswhine Likes this wine: 92 Points
Nice CDP. Recommend decanting, once opened…nice dark purple hue, classic deep berry nose/licorice, little alcohol, smooth, medium finish.
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6/29/2013 - Chainthroer wrote: 93 Points
Consumed with friends at a pool party, where the temperature rose to 119 degrees here in Arizona. Of course the wine was consumed inside the house with dinner. No notes taken, but the wine tasted quite similar to the notes I previously made on 12/8/12 and 7/5/12. A great pairing pairing with hamburgers (of course, without mustard or other condiments). A really sumptuous wine by itself too.
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5/27/2013 - Jwolfer Likes this wine: 93 Points
Decanted for an hour and used an aerator. Served at a wine party. Beautiful Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Mixed berries, pepper, licorice, spice, oak, and cassis. Very good acidity and balance with a long impressive finish. Well-rounded tannins with desirable complexity and boldness. -93 points-
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5/19/2013 - Bon and Nate wrote:
Loved. One of our favorites.
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1/14/2013 - Double D wrote: 92 Points
This was the last bottle of three, the first two of which I didn't record any reaction. I opened this last one becasue the 2010 is so highly rated but..... the 2007, despite some pretty good rating, didn't convince me to buy the 2010. I may get one and open it early.
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1/4/2013 - wineberg Likes this wine: 92 Points
1st Wine Night 2013: Decanted for 8+ hours.
Very Châteauneufy to me...Cherry, plums, rosemary, garrigue, pepper, tobacco, cassis, and more...a bit of bitter aftertaste on it to me though...almost reminds me of tree bark or something.
Getting toward mature I think, but it definitely improves with a long decant. Keep it in the cellar a bit longer or throw it in a decanter for a while before drinking.
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12/8/2012 - Chainthroer wrote: 93 Points
Very similar to my last tasting on 7/5/12: "Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. ... Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture." The tannin seemed hardly noticeable this time. Quite sumptuous and a fairly bargain priced wine. Score 93-94.
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11/10/2012 - Bon and Nate wrote:
Dinner with friends, served with beef. Wonderful bottle of wine, layers of concentrated flavors, great nose. Balanced tannins well integrated. Excellent.
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10/21/2012 - Bellissimo wrote:
PnP, consumed over 4 hours. Dark, alcoholic and uninteresting to me. Hope this is bottle variation compared to what others have been saying.
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7/5/2012 - Chainthroer wrote: 93 Points
Still a dark ruby color; clear. Aromas of blackberry, cherry, a little tar, some licorice, herbs, cigar box from the oak, spice. I did not get cola this time. Similar flavors, with obvious cherry, spice and black pepper. In the mouth, a rich and intense texture. Soft enough in the mouth, with the tannin being very slightly noticeable. Excellent balance. A long and spicy finish. Paired nicely with roasted chicken. Score 93-94.
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7/5/2012 - epicred wrote: 94 Points
Loved this wine. Dark inky purple color, fragrant bouquet; well balanced w/ that layered barrage of flavors that only the Rhone region can produce. a little heavy on the wallet, but I love this wine for special occasions.
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6/4/2012 - BillyT wrote: 91 Points
While my palate has moved in a different direction this wine is fabulous.
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5/17/2012 - Chainthroer wrote: 94 Points
Real sumptuous stuff. A dark ruby color; bright and clear. Aromas of blackberry, black currant, licorice, herbs, cola, sweet oak. The same flavors, along with a pronounced amount of cherry, black pepper, and spice. Big, rich and structured. Soft and velvety in the mouth. The tannins are there, but suppressed by the high fruit concentration. A long and spicy finish, with just a very slight alcohol sting on the back palate. Pairs very nicely with lamb chops. A bargain priced CDP.
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11/21/2011 - HOS Likes this wine: 92 Points
Popped and poured to have with chili. Dark fruit, pepper, grilled steak, sage. Full bodied, long finish. Only downside was the inital acidity was a little high but it mellowed out as we drank the bottle.
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11/13/2011 - cepageyakima wrote: 92 Points
Old school CDP...Think baby Rayas...Cherries and incense with sweet sweet tannins and a lot of them..My score will probably be higher in a few years..very, very nice mouthfeel and an excellent buy..A definate food wine as Domaine Chante Cigale has always been.
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11/4/2011 - The Ross wrote: 94 Points
Outstanding, Drank right form the pop and it only got better. Have more and look forward to the next bottle in 2-3 years.
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10/17/2011 - HOS wrote: 92 Points
Decanted. Tried immediately and the tannins were edgier than I like it. Over time, this mellowed out into a very nice CdP. Great QPR.
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6/21/2011 - Neil H wrote: 90 Points
I could not wait, was hoping the wine aged in just two months... bad bed. will be great, but still needs time.
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6/12/2011 - BillyT wrote: 92 Points
Sorry, no real notes since this was at dinner with friends. Everyone was blown away by this wines texture, color, smoothness, balance. Strength yet subtle this wine is a great expression of a good southern rhone CdP. My only concern is if it will age well. It is so approachable now that you may want to try one and decide. GREAT WINE.
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6/11/2011 - MarkusK wrote: 92 Points
Excellent, balanced and smooth cdp. Medium bodied, not too much fruit (plum, cherries, blueberry) with just enough acidity to balance the heat. Starts silky smooth on the palate (with some candy/caramel sweetness), then fruit and oak hit you and then it lasts a long time with a spicy and smoky finish. Not much tannin (comes alive in the finish). My kind of wine.
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6/4/2011 - kidsmurf2000 wrote: 90 Points
Enjoyable, almost everyday drinker CDP. Not overtly complex, but easy to drink and enjoyable. Good stuff.
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5/4/2011 - HOS wrote: 94 Points
So I bought another 6 pack and decided to try another. I opened and immediately poured to check how long to decant. Much to my surprise, this was awesome right out of the bottle. Fresh red fruit, kirsch liquor, some herbs, a little cola, little au jus on the nose. Strong finish, full bodied. Just amazing. I seem to be liking this more than other reviewers and I'm not sure why.
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4/9/2011 - Neil H wrote: 90 Points
I am very much looking forward to the 2007 CDP's, but about 6-9 months ago, I was going to let all of the sit tight for 2-3 years before opening a new bottle. My view, they are so tight, dense, and reduced, they need many years to mellow; after which, all the 07 southern rhones will be amazing!
That said, this mid-tier CDP actually performed quite well, in my view. Still tight after a couple hours, this was highly fruit forward (as all 07 southern rhones) with a nice, but not perfect finish.
Lots of promise.
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2/18/2011 - kidsmurf2000 wrote: 90 Points
Much better than the last bottle.
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2/14/2011 - oog wrote: 89 Points
Nose: Floral, with undertones of red fruit. Taste: Very cherry on the approach and midpalate. Good tannins, could use some more age. Finishes with kind of a cherry cough drop note. Long finish, but hot. This is a really big wine, and its quite good today but I'd wager it'll be way better after mellowing out in the bottle for a few years.
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2/9/2011 - kidsmurf2000 wrote: 84 Points
Found this to be a fairly average CdP... It did open up over several hours, and was quite decent near the end, but the experience out of the bottle was sorely lacking.
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2/4/2011 - Rob MacKay wrote: 91 Points
A tasty CdP with great structure. Provencal herbs, plum and a nice meatiness give way to a good balance of acidity and weight with only a hint of tannins on the finish. Pretty good for $39 but in comparison to the regular CdP from Chante Cigale, which was $25, this isn't $14 better so I would go with that one over this one.
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1/10/2011 - HOS wrote: 94 Points
First of the mid level '07's. Just picked up and had to try one. Decanted for 1 hour. First impression, purity of fruit. Nose of cola, cherry, herbs. Taste of red fruit, herbs, pepper. Full bodied, great finish. Great QPR. Think I'll go for more.
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1/3/2011 - Brad451 wrote: 93 Points
It's a wine meant to be drunk with food. On its own, tannic and reminiscent of rare grilled meats and herbes de provence. Complemented extremely well by cheese-cream cheese, major grey's chutney, ginger and almonds. The mango brought out the fruit. Excited to see how it pairs with the next course- lamb ragu and gnocchi.
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10/22/2010 - vinopa wrote: 91 Points
Dark ruby...Outstanding nose which only got better as time went on...Licorice,garrigue, dark fruit and crushed black pepper...Palate: Dark and red lush juicy fruit, pepper, along with a hint of graphite and tobacco...Well balanced with good acidity....Like many 07's its a bit extracted but not over done by any means....I will be not popping my other bottle for a few years. I am curious to see how these 07 cdp's develope...Cheers!!
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10/12/2010 - SonomaWilliam wrote: 90 Points
Wow, love this CdP. 70% Grenache, dark red, lush fruit, berry, strong mid palette, long finish. Would like it maybe a tad less juicy, but great wine.
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9/26/2010 - the godfather wrote:
rockin good
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7/26/2010 - the godfather wrote:
very good if not a bit ripe
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4/28/2010 - Loren Sonkin wrote: 89 Points
2007 Chateauneuf du Papes ($60 and under): This was also thrown in as an extra bottle. I suspect it is not in a great place right now as most 05's are not. It was mine, and the groups, last place wine. A nose of iodine, graphite, raspberries and cherries. The palate was hollow and the finish clipped. A vague sense of bitter sweet fruit on the palate, but this should be cellared for 5 more years IMO. Seems to have the stuffing underneath.
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4/24/2010 - AllRed wrote: 90 Points
Wines of France Tasting (Binny's, St. Charles): Inky purple/garnet color, opaque almost to the edge. Closed for business. Some subtle dark fruit and garrigue notes discernable, along with dark fruit and licorice tones on the palate. Firm, searing tannins.
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3/3/2010 - winolee Likes this wine: 92 Points
I really loved this! Fruit forward and luscious red fruits. Correct balance of garrigue, pepper, red fruit. For some reason, could not stop drinking it - leaves you wanting more. Smooth drinking with nice finish. Great with comfort foods like stews, roasts.
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