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Chateau Fortia Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Baron, Rhone, France 2021

$39.99 USD
$39.99 USD
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Description

2020 was an outstanding vintage, and one that Grenache based wines, like Cuvee de Baron benefited greatly from. Wine Spectator calls these "ideal bottles for impatient fans looking for a delicious red to drink tonight," with optimum ripeness that allows for early consumption. Cuvee de Baron is an "old school beauty," and represents the more structured style of Chateauneuf du Pape. Black cherry and red fruits with classic garrigue, spice-box, and lavender with a wonderful sense of purity and elegance, terrific balance, and enough tannins to warrant some bottle age. 

TASTING NOTES
Intense ruby color with purple reflections. Expressive nose of blackcurrant, cherry jam and sweet liquorice. Notes of cuttlefish ink. The palate is characterized by its density and minerality. Lots of sweetness tempered by freshness and its aromatic register of black fruit and schist. Notes of fresh truffles. The finish is remarkably smooth and fine, with great tannic density. Very persistent. A wine of great expression, concentrated and elegant.

Jeb Dunnuck 94
92-94 The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Du Baron, which has not been bottled yet, should be terrific. It offers classic Southern Rhône goodness in its red and black fruits as well as notes of leather, peppery herbs, and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it brings solid purity of fruit, lots of tannins, and outstanding length. The blend is 45% each of Grenache and Syrah, with the balance Mourvedre.

James Suckling 92
Lots of savory and soy sauce character here. Good balance of richness and restrained structure on the full-bodied palate. Moderately dry, harmonious finish makes this good to drink now. Sustainable. Drink or hold.