NOW... let's talk Rhône!
Both of these Châteauneuf Du Pape come to us from the
long awaited and widely revered 2019 vintage.
2. Domaine De Ferrand Châteauneuf Du Pape 2019 (pre-arrival) - Rhône Valley, FRA
95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
"The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape from Bravay boasts a deeper purple/plum color as well as a powerful bouquet of smoked black fruits, roasted garrigue, black licorice, and ground pepper. This rich, full-bodied wine has loads of Provençal character, a stacked mid-palate, ripe tannins, and a great finish ... It’s beautifully done and well worth seeking out." - Jeb Dunnuck
This one's pretty special. Our Head Wine Buyer, John, told us it was his top wine of the last 12 months - and we can certainly see why!
This is not your average drop from the region - it's a tightly wound, red fruited, elegant monster (does that even make sense?) that I would recommend either decanting for at least 3 hours, or holding on to for another 2-3 years before getting stuck in. The blend of 95% Grenache and 5% Syrah/Mourvedre/Cinsault was taken from vines planted between 1910 and 1930, adding herbaceous complexity to the mix.
This is a serious wine for anyone who likes something a little different and interesting. Its vibrant and powerful red cherry and bramble will ensure excellent fruit is maintained through ageing, as will the cocoa-like tannic structure and mineral drive.
This is a long-term CdP that will pay off dividends if you're willing to wait!
Alcohol: 15%
Cellaring: 2038
Down from $120 per bottle to just $59.90 per bottle in 6 packs
Expected to dispatch from our warehouse on the 14th of October