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Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2012 (750ML)

$93.98
SKU:
CNPCLPAPB2B
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Vintage:
2012
Format:
750ML
Region:
Southern Rhone
Appellation:
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Stock Status:
In Stock

Critic Scores, Reviews & Descriptions

97 WS / 96 WA / 94 AG

A stunner, with a gorgeous cassis aroma that soars from the glass, reinforced by a core of cassis, cherry and plum pte de fruit, hoisinsauce, warm ganache and well-roasted apple wood notes. Hefty, but suave and seamless. The finish lets graphite and licorice elementsglide through. The structure is dense, polished and perfectly integrated, resulting in lovely length. Should be a beauty after cellaring. Best from 2017 through 2032. James Molesworth

Leading off the reds in the retrospective, the 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape hit a whopping 15.7% natural alcohol, yet doesn't show a trace of heat in its gorgeous bouquet of kirsch liqueur, blackberries, Asian spice, cured meats and garrigue. This is followed by a thick, concentrated, seamless 2012 that has the vintage's purity and rounded nature, plenty of sweet tannin, and a killer finish. Already hard to resist, it will cruise for another 15-20 years.  Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate

Opaque ruby. Smoky blueberry and cherry compote aromas pick up a peppery nuance with air, along with a suave floral quality. Fleshy and seamless on the palate, offering sweet, deeply concentrated black and blue fruit flavors and a hint of lavender pastille. Spreads out and becomes spicier on the juicy, penetrating finish, which is framed by supple, slow-building tannins. Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

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