2015 Halos de Jupiter Adrastee Chateauneuf du Pape

Rich, opulent and powerful, this is a real hedonists Chateauneuf du Pape.

Sourced from very old Grenache vines located on La Crau with maturation taking place in 1 year old Burgundy demi muids. Very deep dark red core with black tinged edges and a bright red hue. Lifted aromatics of black raspberries, liquorice and ripe black cherries meld into elements of scorched earth, dried herbs and spice. Hedonistically rich and opulent in its mouthfeel the palate is swamped with ripe black raspberry, liquorice and black cherry flavours over notions of scorched earth, infusions of incense and spicy dried herbs. Silky smooth yet structured tannins. Very impressive power and concentration finishing with a very long spicy black raspberry, black cherry, liquorice, scorched earth and peppery dried herb aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 15%

Other Reviews…
Lastly, the 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Adrastée is one of the gems in the vintage. Made from 100% Grenache that was completely destemmed and brought up all in larger barrels, it has classic Grenache notes of kirsch, blackberries, crushed rocks and dried garrigue. Tight, full-bodied and backward on the palate, with plenty of tannins, it has a terrific core of sweet fruit and a great finish. It should be at its best from 2020-2032.
95 points
Jeb Dunnuck