Rhone Red Blends from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France

Bordeaux Bard – 91 Points

At the more affordable end of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this wine surprisingly does not compromise on quality. It is a big, full-bodied wine that, while lacking some raw power, exhibits a certain timidity and elegance. The palate reveals lovely notes of ripe blackberries, fig, and spice, with a mouth-coating texture and a long, lively finish. Decanting revealed its full potential, as it improved significantly over the course of the evening. This wine shows promise for continued development and should evolve beautifully over the next several years.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with charcuterie, cheeses and classic meat stew effortlessly.