Wednesday, December 21, 2011

2007 Domaine Monpertuis (Paul Jeune) Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape)

This is really good. When I first poured this, the wine was completely shut down. It took a day in the cellar with gentle aeration before the wine started unfurling. It's a pretty traditionally made CdP that shows off kirsch, earth, undergrowth, and licorice. Zero brett. Imposing structure and strong finish. This one will be in its prime in 10 to 15 years. Before then, I recommend generous decanting.

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