Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Size:6x1.5L fun and easy to like

fun and easy to like

Happily here there is no reduction present on the ultra-spicy and floral nose where soft wood frames the ripe aromas of various dark berries and plum scents

(from a 1 ha parcel of 30 to 65 year old vines)

The 2018 Pinot Noir L'Ensemble is the first iteration of this cuvée

Enormous energy and more than enough richness

Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Size:6x1.5L fun and easy to likeDespite the modern elevage that the 2003 Tardieu Laurent Chteauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes receives, this seemed decidedly old world with a spicy, garrigue laced character. With air, subtle saddle leather, licorice and gobs of sweet cherry fruit come out to play and this displays great balance, medium to full body, nice texture and a long finish. I was more than a little impressed by this wine.