Alain Jaume - Domaine Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2022 (750ml) Amarone

Alain Jaume - Domaine Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2022 (750ml) AmaroneIt boasts an inky purple color in addition to a gorgeous perfume of crushed rocks, jammy black fruits, charcoal and graphite, blackberry aromas. The palate holds excellent fruit character and has a great kick. The tannins are round and the finish is long with mint and dark fruit notes. It is all very much together and harmonious, and has great aging potential. An outstanding Chateauneuf du Pape expressing the quintessence of its terroir. The first

the wine ages in large barrels of varied maturity for six to eight months followed by three months in bottle

it shows a kiss of the modern style found in the Les Origines but is just pure Châteauneuf du Pape magic with its purity

Enjoy now for the glories that are joyous vibrant fruit flavors or age 5 years for nuance

Maison Albert Bichot is a large producer: smaller than Jadot

Subtle hints of vanilla

clove and cracked peppercorn from oak aging and firm tannins add complexity

to respect the environment and maintain soil integrity

The Mellot family

The 2022 Zinfandel entices the nose with fresh aromas of crushed raspberry

(Tasted: June 24

which range from Meursault to Corton and include a red Meursault as well

The finish introduces touches of liquorice and pepper