Poujeaux other_regions_italy There is a wonderfully refined

There is a wonderfully refined mouth feel to the seductively textured medium-bodied flavors that are finer but less obviously mineral-inflected than the Sentiers on the impressively persistent finish

I am certainly reminded of the belief stated in their press releases that “a great rose Champagne must be made from very ripe grapes

restrained and sophisticated

with its dark fruit and mineral flavors complicated by subtle spices

Clapes 2005 Cornas sports a still youthful ruby color to go with lots of crushed rock-like minerality

Poujeaux other_regions_italy There is a wonderfully refinedThis well known estate is now owned by Clos Fourtets Philippe Cuvelier, but the estate was owned by Jean Theil when the 2005 was conceived. This 2005 reveals a beautiful black cherry and cassis scented nose, with a touch of spring flowers, medium to full body, and supple tannin in a sexy, lush, heady style. A sleeper of the vintage, it is already approachable and satisfying, and can be drunk over the next 10 15 years.