Clos Cantenac Vintage:2018 the 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape

the 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvee Réservée is a classic

Finishes with big

This is probably approachable in regular bottle but it’s clear that a few more years of cellaring will be necessary in magnum

and the wine isn't unapproachable

saline notes extend the nuanced

Clos Cantenac Vintage:2018 the 2012 Châteauneuf du PapeThe 2017 Clos Cantenac was picked before the rainfall in early September though, two parcels suffered some frost damage that needed to be carefully sorted out. It is aged in around 40% new oak with a slightly lighter toast than previous vintages. It offers tightly wound blackberry and raspberry coulis aromas, a touch of decayed leaves and smoky scents coming through with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with grippy tannin, lightly spiced black