Todd Scurci

9.3

#châteauneufdupape #cafecarmellini — 2 years ago

with Annie

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.4

Incredible #chateauneufdupape which was kept casually at room temperature for many years before I was fortunate enough to receive it as a gift. Popped the cork, and within about 30 minutes it really flowered. The overall aromatic impression is a balance of spiced cured meat set against plum and red fruit compote; layers of garrigue, underbrush, mushroom below that. Luscious mouthfeel with plenty of lively acidity, stewed fruit, some olive notes but the tannins have completely integrated and softened to just a hint of what they once must have been. This is a beautiful CDP that has aged gracefully over 17 years. — 5 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.0

Bought arguably the most storied #chateauneufdupape from an unremarkable year at a reasonable price. 14 years later it was lovely after breathing for a while after uncorking, dried cherry, mushrooms, well balanced. Alas it faded after a couple of days in the wine fridge with some raisiny notes becoming evident; it was likely past it’s peak but still a nice wine. — 6 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.1

Simply a beautiful #chateauneufdupape. Velvety tannins, some garrigue and not too much of that sweetness present in some 2016s - paired well and held its own with mildly spiced Tandoori lamb chops. — 7 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.1

Beautifully executed #chateauneufdupape. Heady, New World - style bramble berry nose and that fruit forward nature carries through the palate, but balanced well with acidity, spice and already elegant tannins. I’ll need to hold onto the other bottles I have to see how this tastes after laying down for several years. — 7 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.9

Very distinctively #chateauneufdupape with a sweeter character combined with some spice. Quite a nice wine but not the best CDP I’ve had. — 8 years ago

Penny Sadler

Nice #CotesduRhone for 32 a good value #Chateauneufdupape like blend @kermitlynchwine — 9 years ago

David Kline

9.2

Shades of brick on the veneer; low variation across. Earthy, peppery, funky, fungus, tobacco leaf, dried cherry, overripe plum, violets, roses, dried bay and grill buildup. Silky palate explodes with rich red cherry and ripe plum. Prunes and fresh, ground black pepper follow while dark tobaccos and myrrh culminate. Rich, powerful, perfumed and incensed. This dungeon shadow hound from the underground begs for chunks of grilled meats!


#cdp #chateauneufdupape #châteauneuf #domainedurieu #2015 #magnum #appellationchâteauneufdupapecontrôlée #misenbouteilleaudomaine #rhone #rhonerouge — 2 years ago

with Courtney

Eric Guido

9.4

A more immediate expression of Les Quarts, the 2017 is jammed packed with fruit but oh so fresh. Masses of blackberry, garrigue, crushed stone and wood smoke rise up from the glass. It's silky and suave, displaying polished purple and blue berries, contrasted by sour citrus, with a note of sweet violet candies carried by juicy acids. While this doesn't have the depth of the best vintages, it's a pleasure-bomb of vibrant Grenache that maintains balanced throughout. #closducaillou #chateauneufdupape #grenache #rhonewine — 6 years ago

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.2

Lovely #châteauneuf #chateauneufdupape on the nose and on the palate it almost seems like a Pinot Noir. It has an amazing lightness and floral quality to it. Lavender and potpourri. Meaty and spicy on the palate. Good acidity with a pinch of VA showing. This is a good wine to taste for all of those who say they don’t like #Grenache #Garnacha — 6 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.0

What’s a good wine to sip on breaks while clearing out the garage on a crisp Fall day in Houston? This one...starts off pretty tight but just opens up into expressive #chateauneufdupape - Grenache-baseline cherry, whispering #garrigue herbal notes. It will be a challenge to keep this for at least 5 years to see how it develops. #wsjwineclub — 7 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.2

Outstanding #chateauneufdupape from the Boisson family, easily the best I’ve ever had. Heady aroma, layers of earthy richness blended with tart cherry flavors, soft tannins and elegant spice. Unlike other CDPs I’ve had, it’s not too sweet. — 8 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.9

This is my first #chateauneufdupape and must admit I was a little bit disappointed. It's a sweeter wine which is what distracted me but it does have soft tannins and pepper spice complexity on the finish. I think aging longer would help and I should try other examples of this AoC. — 9 years ago

Todd Scurci

8.2

#chateauneufdupape too jammy — 2 years ago

with Annie

Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.8

Right after uncorking this was a splendid #chateauneufdupape - classic Southern Rhône red fruit aromas with traces of garrigue notes, tastes of a bright beam of raspberry purée, plum compote, soft spices. Unfortunately this 2015 wine may have peaked a couple of years ago because the next day (despite wine fridge storage) oxidized raisin & prune notes dominated the nose though the palate was still respectable. — 4 years ago

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.2

#châteauneuf #chateauneuf #chateauneufdupape #grenache — 6 years ago

Vanessa

8.8

Deep ruby hue. Strong extraction, heavy tearing. Dusty earth, herbal, and black fruit notes on the nose. Fresh blackberries, black cherry jam, ripe plums, and dried figs. Smooth on the palate with a nice balance and consistency in fruit notes. Also leather, anise, baking spices, dried bay leaf, caramel, and dry potting soil. Paired well with boeuf bourguignon and mixed greens salad with fresh figs and haricot verts. Vintage 2016. ABV 14.5%. #domainedebeaurenard #chateauneufdupape #southernrhonewines #paulcoulonetfils #biodynamicwine #organicgrapes — 7 years ago

with Deked1

Peter van den Besselaar

9.3

Vintage 2007 / I did not know Xavier Vignon, it’s a kind of magician. This wine has almost anything: seductive flowers in the smell, elegance and so much refinement. #chateauneufdupape — 8 years ago

Charles (Chad) Bucklin

Owner and founder of C. T. Bucklin Wine Advising

8.9

From #magnum I was a touch concerned with the past storage conditions of this bottle based off the color, a loose structure and oxidative notes. Complexity and character were good but the structure was lacking taking away from the potential energy and length. #1998 #chateauneufdupape #chateaudubeacastel #rhonevalley #ctbucklinwine — 8 years ago

Todd Scurci

8.9

#chateauneufdupape — 10 years ago