Charbonniere, Chateauneuf Du Pape l'Envol other_regions

Charbonniere, Chateauneuf Du Pape l'Envol other_regionsShows the ripe, polished profile of the vintage, with licorice, raspberry sauce and cherry pie notes pushed by fruitcake and cocoa. Delivers a solid, sappy, fruit laden feel through the finish. Drink now through 2025. 200 cases made. JM

(from Les Malconsorts

berries and minerals

There is a little heat on the palate that sticks out through the fruit

A little hard on the tannins

It is opulent with sweet tannins but with the hallmark of the freshness found in all the wines from those two vineyards

There is plenty of gas present but this is a bit of a question mark even while acknowledging that the Dujac Gruenchers has a terrific track record

concentrated and layered flavors blessed with ample dry extract and excellent finishing depth

This will need time to fully unwind but it should be more than worth the wait

followed by a kiss of phenolic bitterness and a soft leesy quality over the persistent

which are more typical of Australia

but also has deceptive grip for cellaring

intensely-spiced tropical fruits