Chateauneuf du Pape 2016 Le Vieux Donjon

Classificatie	Cru Classe
Wijnsoort	Rood
Producent	Le Vieux Donjon
Jaar	2016
Land	Frankrijk
Streek	Rhone
Druif	Rhone Blend
Inhoud	0,75
Conditie	Perfect
Etiket	Perfect
Voorraad	0
Inhoud	0,375
Conditie	Perfect
Etiket	Perfect
Voorraad	0

Professionele reviews

Robert Parker (94)

The full-bodied 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape is a solid effort. Blueberry, cherry and garrigue notes mark the nose, while the palate is firm but silky, with a fine balance between ripeness and grip. I've seen some internet criticism of this estate for moving to a riper, more modern style, but I don't understand that—unless good cellar hygiene is now considered a problem in certain circles. This is a relatively traditional, balanced example of Châteauneuf, with spicy, savory elements combined with generous fruit. A blend of 75% Grenache, 10% each Mourvèdre and Syrah and 5% Cinsault that weighs in at 14.8% alcohol, this foudre-aged wine should drink well for a couple of decades.

James Suckling (95)

Rich and dark in profile, with delicious, velvety layers of warm fig, black currant and blackberry confiture moving through slowly, flecked with hints of ganache, roasted apple wood and tar. The finish has cut to match the heft. A real brick house that will age well.

BOW (7.75)