Tasting Notes
Wine Advocate 95
"Almost entirely Grenache, from parcels planted in 1901 and 1902, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale is a stunner. Scents of roses, black tea and raspberries set the scene, while the palate is full-bodied but silky and nearly weightless, delivering an intricate, detailed interplay of red fruit, dried spices and orange zest. Despite what must be 15% alcohol or more, it shows absolutely no sign of heat."
Anticipated maturity: 2018-2035
JancisRobinson.com 15.5
Cask sample. Generic red fruit, high tannic fur on the palate making this rather tough going. Needs more padding and less casing. (RH)
Anticipated maturity: 2020-2030
