90POINTS
16½/20
Ogier Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2000
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, Rhone Valley, FranceMade from 80/10/10 grenache/syrah/cinsault and mourvédre. Earthy, licorice, barnyard, raspberry peppery prune aromas. Rich and round with intense cherry, raspberry jam flavours and a spicy, licorice, pepper and prune finish. A bit more structure but very drinkable now and over the next five years. Very fruity and elegant.Tasted: 01 March 2003Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:BC | $39.95 | 750ml |
Lifford Wine and Spirits
Blend: Grenache - Shiraz - Mourvèdre - Cinsault