Caves Saint-Pierre Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Mitre, Rhone, France 2011

Description

This 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape shows the warmth and generosity typical of the southern Rhone while maintaining balance and freshness. Built primarily around Grenache with traditional regional varieties in support, it delivers ripe fruit with classic garrigue character.

The nose opens with blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with dried herbs, cracked pepper, and hints of leather and spice. On the palate, it is medium to full bodied with softened tannins and a smooth texture from over a decade of aging. Flavors of dark fruit, roasted herbs, and subtle earth carry through to a warm, lingering finish.

Drinking beautifully now, this vintage offers a savory, mature expression of Chateauneuf du Pape that pairs well with roasted meats, lamb, or hearty stews.