Description

Châteauneuf du Pape, La Bernardine, M. Chapoutier, Southern Rhone, France, 2021

Mainly Grenache, with a splash of Syrah and Mourvedre. Soil with large round pebbles. Traditional fermentation in closed concrete tanks, with ageing in concrete vats for 15 months to allow good oxygenation of the wine, preserving freshness and aroma.

Intense crimson-red colour. The nose is complex and subtle, blackcurrant and plum followed by roasted coffee and cinnamon, cherry & Morello cherry. On the palate, you get spices and liquorice with black fruit flavours. The Grenache is noted for giving natural sweet fruit, silky tannins and elegance to the wine.

"Tasted blind. Firm nose – dark fruits, lavender and spice. Rich palate, nice texture and weight – very backwards. Sleek and weighty with a real meaty note beneath. Needs plenty of time." Drink 2028–2035

16/20 points, Alistair Cooper MW, JancisRobinson.com, November 2022

Why not try with Tuna fish Carpaccio, marinated beef, leg of lamb, braised short ribs or cheeses?

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