Châteauneuf du Pape AOC 2021 (0.75l)

Beaurenard works as traditionally as possible, and accordingly, this Chateauneuf contains all 13 grape varieties of the appellation, which is a rarity these days. Hand-picked, spontaneous fermentation in vats, then aging for 12 months in large and small used oak barrels. Elegant, soft nose characterized by dark red fruit. Ripe cherry, plenty of ethereal herbal spice with eucalyptus, mint, and Mediterranean herbs like rosemary and thyme, followed by tobacco and leathery hints. A dark, spicy, tart-fruity, and fragrant bouquet, it appears balanced and self-contained. The fruit begins on the palate, there's a brief pause, then the wine bursts in with full force. The tannins take hold, a salty acidity permeates the mouth, interspersed with juicy fruit and tart, spicy notes swirl across the tongue, until everything is reunited on the finish and fades away with a deep aromatic finish. For all its aromatic depth and density, the house's simple Chateauneuf is crystal-clear, fresh, and elegant with a medium body. Not a powerhouse, but rather lively, dynamic, and full of freshness both aromatically and texturally on the palate. A great introduction to the world of the Coulon family's truly great wines, accessible from an early age, as always with Beaurenard, yet also endowed with great structure for proper cellar aging.