Sine Qua Non Chimere Chateauneuf du Pape 1.5L Rated 96JD

Sine Qua Non Chimere Chateauneuf du Pape 1.5L Rated 96JD

Vintage: 2018
Description: Jeb Dunnuck Review. Rated 96. A challenging year for the appellation, the 2018 Chateauneuf Du Pape is a Mourvedre dominated release that's put together by California superstar Manfred Krankl and the incredible team at Clos Saint Jean. Released only in magnum (it's a tiny production cuvee), it reveals a translucent ruby/purple hue to go with a beautiful perfume of black raspberries, kirsch, orange blossom, candied violets, and peppery garrigue-like nuances. Gorgeous on the palate as well, it shows a medium to full-bodied, incredibly seamless style carrying polished tannins, a layered, elegant mouthfeel, good overall freshness (I'm sure the acidity is low), and a great finish. It unquestionably ranks with the top wines in the vintage and should drink brilliantly over the coming 10-15 years. Drink now-2036.
Price: $ 1299.95
Price in original currency: None

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First added to 1000 Corks on February 20, 2022.