Chateau De Beaucastel - Chateauneuf Du Pape 2009 750ml

"From as early as 1687, the property of Pierre de Beaucastel, who was ennobled by King Louis XIV, has been part of the history of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. For more than a century, the Perrin Family have faithfully safeguarded the reputation of this noble "Cru de Beaucastel" by passing on their unique savoir-faire from father to son. The thirteen historical grape varieties are cultivated organically on this exceptional terroir that was chosen by the Popes in the 14th Century. For six generations, the wines made from these varieties have been carefully blended to create "Chateau de Beaucastel" with its unique character and aging potential." -Chateau De Beaucastel

"One of the more endowed 2009s, this is packed with dark smoldering cocoa, mesquite, tobacco and roasted fig notes, all inlaid with pure cassis and plum preserves fruit flavors. Long and authoritative on the finish, with singed vanilla bean and tar adding length and dimension. *Collectibles* 96 points" -James Molesworth - Wine Spectator (Feb 2012)

"A very warm year, this has extremely expressive grenache fruits, raspberry, some honey and a lithe juicy core. There's a late creeping wave of smooth tannins. Darker plum fruits exude power through the finish. Stunning wine from a very ripe vintage. 94 points" -James Suckling (Aug 2017)

Style / Variety: Rhone Red Blend
Region: Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France
ABV: 14.5%
Vol: 750ml