2018 – Boutiniere Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Light in color, with a cool, spice and lavender note on the nose, the wine is medium-bodied, soft, forward, bright and fresh with a red plum finish. The wine blends 70% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre and 10% Cinsault. This will drink well on release. 88 Pts.
Domaine Charbonniere Chateauneuf du Pape – 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 15% Mourvedre create the blend. This is their entry level wine. Close to 4,250 cases are produced each vintage. Domaine Charbonniere Cuvee Mourre des Perdrix is made blending from 70% Grenache, 15% Mourvedre and 15% Syrah from vines ranging from 30-50 years of age. Telegramme Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc. Find the best local price for 2016 Piedlong Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France. Avg Price (ex-tax) $46 / 750ml. Find and shop from stores and merchants near you.Find the best local price for 2016 Domaine L'Or de Line Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Paule Courtil, Rhone, France. Avg Price (ex-tax) $37 / 750ml. Find and shop from stores and merchants near you in France
From a general point of view, the wines of the 2016 vintage are very aromatic, complex, frank and crisp. The average yield should be close to 32hl/ha, compared to the 35hls authorised. The Châteauneuf-du-Pape whites are fine and full-bodied. They reveal an optimum ripeness and at the same time, thanks to a naturally low pH, a beautiful bsoV.