Beaucastel, Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vv other_regions concentrated

concentrated

This is very impressive but shows less sangiovese perfume than usual

The type of reduction that the Burgundians call bourgeon de cassis dominates the fruit today

Grasso's 2013 Barolo Ginestra Casa Matè is powerful

This is an excellent Volnay villages and one that is also highly recommended

Beaucastel, Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vv other_regions concentratedButtery, fleshy, and a very solid backup of apricot and peach melba. Lengthy and succulent and substantial. Such tremendous concentration on the finish, but without being too forceful and headbanging. Delightful to drink now, but could age for decades, on previous form. (RH)