Chateauneuf du Pape 1996 Chateau de Beaucastel

4.0 stars - 2 professional reviews

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Chateau de Beaucastel - Chateauneuf du Pape 1996 perfect

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Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau de Beaucastel
Vintage	1996
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Appellation	Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape	Rhone Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly bin stained
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (89)

The 1996 Beaucastel is performing better after time in the bottle. With high acidity, this tannic, austere example is reminiscent (at least texturally) of a young Medoc. Blackberry, earthy, leathery, spicy notes can be found in the aromas. In the mouth, the wine exhibits medium body, tangy acidity, plenty of meaty Mourvedre characteristics, and a structured, austere finish. It should only be purchased by those with the patience to wait for this wine to develop.