Beaucastel, Chateauneuf Du Pape Size:12x750ml the palate is beautifully nuanced

the palate is beautifully nuanced and poised

Strong reduction knocks down the nose

forward style of the year

silky tannins provide the backdrop as the 2001 opens up in the glass

But I firmly feel that recent vintages from Errazuriz completely outshine the older ones and speaking at length with winemaker Francisco Baettig

Beaucastel, Chateauneuf Du Pape Size:12x750ml the palate is beautifully nuancedTime has been kind to this wine, as it has really come on strong with bottle age. Crisp, classic and fresh, with a kirsch, spice and herbed, tannic profile. Classic, with loads of bright, clean red fruits, age it a few more years for additional nuance, or pop a cork if you prefer more of a classic, bite.