It fermented in concrete and matured in oak barrels (90% of them third use and the rest new and larger
with angular and drying tannins
a discreet hint of racy gravel and a subtle hint of saffron
concentrated and vibrant wine is tight in tannins and ideally needs further aging
Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone 2023 Awatere Valley It fermented in concrete andMedium deep garnet red colour. Pure and layered nose, complex with notes of fine leather, tobacco, cedar wood, garrigue, ripe cherry, cassis, and roasted black pepper. The palate shows good density and volume, finely rounded with refreshing tannin, nice grain and polish, with sweet fruit flavours, balanced by vibrant bay leaf and mint notes. Warm and ripe but with well kept freshness and a long, powerful finish.