Domaine de Beaurenard, Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018, 3000mlThe 2018 vintage was marked by abundant rain that brought welcome relief to the Provenal vegetation that was able to recover after a particularly dry summer in 2017. Combined with high temperatures during the growing season, this humidity resulted in unprecedented levels of mildew in the vines and consequently very low yields. Fortunately the frequent use of essential oils and plant based tisanes, together with our biodynamic practices and a

The 2016 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is aged for 18 months in 60% new oak

Composed of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot

with ample blackberry and cedar scents on the nose

The palate is medium-bodied with saturated red plum and tart cherry fruit

with a silky touch as the more elegant side of the wine which comes from La Mignotte takes over towards the finish

smoked meat

Grape Variety: Merlot 90%

complemented by 25% reserve wines

producing a final blend of 90% Merlot and 10 Cabernet Sauvignon that achieved 14

opulent and mouth coating flavors that possess a velvety palate impression before terminating in a solidly persistent finish that offers excellent depth

powdered cinnamon and licorice

There is a touch of mint infusing the fruit here