2019 Paul Avril Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone, France Pinot Nero it's not a massive wine

it's not a massive wine yet has terrific concentration

Coming all from Mondavi’s To Kalon holdings and seeing an extended maceration and 18 months in new oak

Explosive and intense throughout

blackberry pie and blueberry compote with suggestions of cigar box

With a high proportion of the two Pinots in the blend

2019 Paul Avril Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone, France Pinot Nero it's not a massive wineWINEMAKER'S NOTES: Clos des Papes produces one red and one white Chteauneuf du Pape and thats it. This kind of loyalty to the terroir has solidified this estates reputation as the epitome of class in Chteauneuf du Pape. Blend: 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvdre, 10% Syrah, 5% ten other varietals Tasting Notes: Bright and floral on the nose. The tannins are extremely fine, almost imperceptible, but very much present, giving the wine a strong base for long