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Chateauneuf du Pape Arioso Saouma 2016
HED53203
75 cl
14.5%
£145.00
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Mounir and Rotem Saouma, of Burgundy producer Lucien Le Moine, have always had profound love for the Grenache variety and of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, and have slowly managed to acquire 21 acres of exceptional quality vines across all its 5 villages. Arioso comes from a tiny plot in the prime area of Pignan with vines planted in the 1930s and is made from 100% Grenache. The 2016 release is a supreme release of profound depth and precision. Wave upon wave of complex fruit glides across the palate, carried on a fine weave of tannin and enhanced by deep savoury nuances. Though amply rich it is never heavy, with a grace and understated power more akin to Grand Cru Burgundy.
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Vinous
Glistening ruby-red. Extremely sexy, spice-accented aromas of ripe red berries, incense and potpourri, along with a potent, smoky mineral element that adds vivacious lift. Offers sweet, palate-staining raspberry, cherry pastry, spicecake and floral pastille flavors that show remarkable definition and back-end thrust. Displays a compelling blend of richness and energy and finishes with outstanding clarity and almost undetectable, silky tannins that sneak in slowly.Josh Raynolds1st December 2019
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