rounded tannins and impressive freshness
floral and fruity tones typical on this variety
with dense garnet reflections
A wonderfully polished expression of Ribera del Duero's match-up of power and high-plain freshness
plum and earthy flower or iris root
Ogier Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France 2021 Lafite rounded tannins and impressive freshnessA pretty concentrated Chateauneuf du Pape for the vintage with notes of cherries, crushed raspberries, dried herbs, stones, flowers and spices. Medium to full bodied with fine, firm tannins. Great layers and structure, with a fine grainy texture all along. Lovely fruit notes come through, too. Harmonious. Flavorful finish with excellent length. 80% grenache, 10% syrah, 5% mourvedre and 5% cinsault. Drink or hold. 94 Pts James Suckling