A perfect balance of sweetness and acidity leads to a long and sensual finish
It fermented with selected yeasts and matured in underground concrete tanks with fine lees for 15 to 20 months
a discreet hint of racy gravel and a subtle hint of saffron
It's an intense red wine with rich
Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone 2023 Awatere Valley A perfect balance of sweetnessMedium deep garnet red colour. Pure and layered nose, complex with notes of fine leather, tobacco, cedar wood, garrigue, ripe cherry, cassis, and roasted black pepper. The palate shows good density and volume, finely rounded with refreshing tannin, nice grain and polish, with sweet fruit flavours, balanced by vibrant bay leaf and mint notes. Warm and ripe but with well kept freshness and a long, powerful finish.