90POINTS
16½/20
Louis Bernard Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2005
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, Rhone Valley, FrancePeppery, spicy, leather, garrigue, vanilla, meaty, smoky, black cherry and rosemary nose. Rich, round, ripe, slightly tannic palate with very good acidity. Spicy, black cherry, orange peel, licorice, rosemary, leather, savoury, cedar, prune flavours. The finish is a bit fiery but has good fruit and balance. Will improve over the next 1-3 years. Good value in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.Tasted: 24 July 2009Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $38.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
Blend: Grenache - Syrah - MourvèdreCSPC: 038059UPC: 604174001353