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Clos des Papes Vin de France "Le Petit Vin d’Avril" Rouge NV
$40.00
($40.00 Before Tax)
Clos des Papes is one of the great established names of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, aptly named since a parcel is nearby the pope’s castle & has been surrounded by walls (clos). This non-vintage red is a brilliant bistro-styled wine with character & lineage.
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Description
Varietal: A kitchen sink blend of Grenache, Syrah, Marsalan, Merlot and Carignan that comes from vines located near the Rhone River. It is aged 1/3 in barrel and is a blend of 2/3 current vintage (2019) and 1/3 the previous vintage which is why this is a non-vintage wine
Taste: This wine shows a deep, rich purple robe in the glass with distinct aromas of wild berries, herbs & spices, bitter almond, cloves, and star anise. Starts off earthy with chestnuts, then turns to ripe dark fruit (blackberries and raspberries) with nuttiness, such as walnuts. Has purity, with a slightly austere texture and tension. Smooth on the palate with fine structure.