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2016 Domaine Charvin Chateauneuf du Pape

Chateauneuf du Pape, Southern Rhone, FRANCE
$110. 00
Bottle
$1320.00 Dozen
Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2024-2025)
ABV: 15%
Closure: Cork
Totally opaque black dark red core with a dark red hue. Both alluring and potent, aromas of black raspberry, black cherry and liquorice infused with scorched earth and incense set sail from the glass with provincial herb and spice notes in tow. Rich and hefty in terms of its size the palate is soaked with black cherry, liquorice and black raspberry fruits which scale a firm, muscular tannin framework. Elements of scorched earth, incense infusions, dried herbs and spicy pepper ensue. Shading the chewy opulent finish is a touch of heat. Superb concentration and power with a long spicy black fruited and scorched earth aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 15%

Other Reviews….
Under the helm of Laurent Charvin, Domaine Charvin remains one of the undisputed reference points for classic, traditional, elegantly styled Châteauneuf du Pape today. The style of the wines comes largely from the estate’s location in the cooler, northern parts of the appellation but the consistent quality, year after year, comes from the incredible talent and work ethic of Laurent.
Cut from the same cloth as the 2017, only broader and more expansive, the 2016 Châteauneuf Du Pape ranks with the finest vintages ever produced from this estate. Deep purple-colored with a sensational bouquet of blackberries, currants, ground pepper, crushed violets, and Asian spices, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, multi-dimension texture, incredible elegance, sweet tannins, and a great, great finish. It’s a thrilling wine from a great winemaker. Drink it any time over the coming 20-25 years. Drink 2019-2039.
97 points
JebDunnuck.com

A very tidy array of fresh strawberries, raspberries and poached, red plums. Sweet perfume and light, sappy, spicy complexity, too. The palate delivers an array of succulent, smooth tannins that offer fluid, suave, textural allure. Silky. Barrel sample.
95-96 points
JamesSuckling.com