Cristia, Chateauneuf Du Pape Brut Zero airy and decidedly cool nose

airy and decidedly cool nose speaks of a wide range of floral nuances

it was too hot and then picked for 23 straight days

The more robust

drawn-out finish with spice elements that make me crave barbecue

Cristia, Chateauneuf Du Pape Brut Zero airy and decidedly cool noseMore perfumed and vibrant than the 2022, the 2023 Chateauneuf du Pape is showing beautifully today, wafting from the glass with aromas of rose petals, dark cherries and subtle smoke. Medium to full bodied, enveloping and sappy, its elegantly layered, with a fleshy, sweet core of fruit framed by velvety tannins, concluding with a long, ethereal and floral inflected finish. A blend of 85% Grenache Noir and 15% Syrah, all sourced from sandy soils, this