confirming yet another blockbuster Syrah from the ever-so-talented Christophe Baron
Hints of wood and menthol can be found on the even riper nose that is composed by notes of extract of black cherry
violet and a whiff of wood
there is infectious juiciness to refresh and encourage the next sip
Deceptively approachable now
Milliere, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vv other_regions confirming yet another blockbuster SyrahI had high hopes that the 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes would score in the low to mid 90s out of bottle, but no such luck. Nevertheless, this is an outstanding Chateauneuf du Pape and certainly a fine value. Deep ruby plum garnet with a wonderfully sweet and flamboyant nose of kirsch liqueur, ground pepper, and garrigue, the wine has a beautiful texture, full body, notes of plum, fig, and licorice, and a heady, glycerin imbued finish. It is