Jay Kline

9.2

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. No formal notes due to the setting. The 2018 is a fairly classic expression of Beaucastel with a mixed bramble fruit set, underbrush, herbs and spices in lovely balance. Good structure. While still on the youthful side, the 2018 is already showing well and was an awesome accompaniment with a wagyu burger. Drink now through 2038. — 2 days ago

Andrew

9.0

2013 vintage drink late 2024. Fairly intense, medium tannins, and enough fruit. Lacked a bit of the savory, black olive characteristic that I love so much in CDP, but no real complaints here. — 7 days ago

Bruce Dunbar

9.0

Medium-bodied but somehow rich, the 2015 cuvée from Le Vieux Donjon is loaded with sappy red fruit balanced by garrigue, anise, and florals. Easy drinking but not simple, it pleased a wide range of palates at our Christmas dinner. Still seems to have the legs to go a few more years. — 14 days ago

Mike Evans

9.2

Peppery with sweet fruit, showing well. — 18 days ago

romo

9.5

Special birthday gift from a generous friend. This 375 is 🔥 with cola, cherry, sous bois, no alc showing on the energetic finish. Wow. — a day ago

Gilbert Van Hassel

9.6

Was the wine of the vintage and still going strong after 16 years. Beautiful garigue nose, blood sausage, licorice, very round. 3 bottles left. — a day ago

Barry Shailes

10

Had this at Beef Bar. Leather, cherries, medium/full body. — 3 days ago

Jane Nuss

9.4

Medium ruby. Pronounced aromas of black and red cherry, black plum, blackberry, raspberry, vanilla spice, earth, leather, and smoke. Juicy dark fruits on the palate, accompanied by mint and licorice. Dry and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, medium acidity, and a soft, balanced texture. Despite its high alcohol, the wine feels harmonious and refined. The finish is long and elegant. A polished and sophisticated expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, emphasizing nuance and finesse. Best with 30 minutes of decanting. Ready to drink now but will only improve with age.
— a month ago

Jody Wycech

9.5

There is a reason Chateauneuf du Pape is considered a classic. Aroma is fruit balanced by herbal notes of sage and tea. Fore palette is very fruity fading into bold tannins that leave the tongue dry and begging for another sip. — 9 days ago

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Bettina Read

9.0

We’ve been saving this 2004 for a special occasion. It was worth it. Smooth and a wonderful pairing with a Christmas Eve roast. — 14 days ago