Nice but tannins are still a bit tight and awkward. Unsure if they will integrate well over the next few years. Anise. Average finish. Drink within the next 5 years.
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Much better then the last one of these I opened. Brambles and dried red fruit on the nose and palate. Fruit reasonably well integrated for a wine this young. Not overly complex but considering its QPR, a good experience. Same quality the second day. Drink over the next 5 years.
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Opaque crimson/ruby in color, this Châteauneuf has a moderately intense nose of bramble fruits, cocoa, earth and lavender potpourri. Medium-bodied and freshly acidic, it flaunts similar flavors on the palate. The alcohol (listed as 14.5%) is nicely integrated and the medium-weight tannins are fine-grained. Solid in the middle and concluding with medium length, this is a Châteauneuf well worth its sticker price. It should drink nicely over the next 7-8 years. Drink now-2022.
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Picked up flavors of earth, tobacco, and a little grapefruit. Overall delicious and drinkable needs some time in the glass/decanter. Would pair well with Italian light dishes, such as a good pizza or a light pasta dish.
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6/26/2016 - rsed Does not like this wine: 85 Points
nothing special
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1/3/2016 - spineguy wrote: 87 Points
Nice but tannins are still a bit tight and awkward. Unsure if they will integrate well over the next few years. Anise. Average finish. Drink within the next 5 years.
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11/28/2015 - spineguy wrote: 88 Points
Much better then the last one of these I opened. Brambles and dried red fruit on the nose and palate. Fruit reasonably well integrated for a wine this young. Not overly complex but considering its QPR, a good experience. Same quality the second day. Drink over the next 5 years.
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7/20/2014 - La Cave d'Argent Likes this wine: 90 Points
Opaque crimson/ruby in color, this Châteauneuf has a moderately intense nose of bramble fruits, cocoa, earth and lavender potpourri. Medium-bodied and freshly acidic, it flaunts similar flavors on the palate. The alcohol (listed as 14.5%) is nicely integrated and the medium-weight tannins are fine-grained. Solid in the middle and concluding with medium length, this is a Châteauneuf well worth its sticker price. It should drink nicely over the next 7-8 years. Drink now-2022.
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5/23/2014 - George C ATLANTA Likes this wine: 89 Points
Picked up flavors of earth, tobacco, and a little grapefruit. Overall delicious and drinkable needs some time in the glass/decanter. Would pair well with Italian light dishes, such as a good pizza or a light pasta dish.
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