Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Domaine de Saint-Prefert |
Vintage | 2019 |
Country | France |
Region | Rhone |
Grape | Grenache, Mourvedre, Rhone Blend |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | 2025-2045 |
Stock | 4 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
An assemblage of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre, both aged in demi-muids, the 2019 Chateauneuf du Pape Collection Charles Giraud features a hint of brown sugar on the nose, then waves of blueberries, black cherries and plums, plus some more savory suggestions of black olives. Full-bodied and showing tremendous richness and depth, it's sturdier and denser than the Auguste Favier, with a long, dark, earthy finish and plenty of tannin. Give it some serious time in the cellar. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes.
Strong ruby, purple reflections, broad ochre brightening on the rim. Candied violets, blueberries, black cherries, seductive bouquet. Juicy and sweet, ripe plums, some figs, firm, ripe tannins, nougat on the finish, mineral and long, great ageing potential, a fine spicy food wine. Overall, a great, complex wine.