Classification | |
Type | Rouge |
Marque | Chapelle Saint Theodoric |
Millésime | 2021 |
Pays | France |
Région | Rhone |
Raisin | Grenache |
Volume | |
État | Parfait |
Étiquette | Parfait |
Consommable | 2023-2040 |
Stock | 30 |
From 35-year-old Grenache in Pignan, vinified as whole clusters and then aged 24 months in older demi-muids, this is a floral, ethereal expression of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, marked by scents of roses, lavender, strawberry compote and hints of pine resin. Medium to full-bodied, it's silky-textured, sappy, slightly green-tinged, refreshing and long on the finish.
100% Grenache. Matured in demi-muids for 24 months. Cask sample.
Tasted blind. Eucalyptus, rosemary and crushed red fruits – a mineral, chalky note beneath as well. Good, fresh acidity and a real floral touch to the mid palate too. Fine-grained tannin and such elegance. This shows grace, beauty and surprising concentration! The finish is long, fine and already very appealing. Wonderful. (AC)
None of the Chapelle Saint Théodoric releases have been bottled. The 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape Le Grand Pin (100% Grenache) is medium ruby-hued and offers a complex, nuanced bouquet of mulled red and black fruits, cured meats, spring flowers, and ground pepper. With an almost Northern Rhône-like gamey wildness, I love its complexity, and this medium-bodied, elegant, seamless 2021 has ripe tannins and outstanding length.