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Chateauneuf du Pape Beaucastel 2005
HED80646
75 cl
14.5%
£110.00
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The 2005 vintage was a strong one for Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with favourable weather conditions throughout the growing season, resulting in well-ripened grapes and wines with excellent structure and balance. Château de Beaucastel`s Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2005 showcases a deep, dark color and an expressive nose, featuring ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and black cherries, along with notes of herbs, spices, and earthy undertones. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, displaying rich fruit flavors, firm tannins, and well-integrated acidity, which provide a solid backbone for aging. The finish is long and persistent, revealing layers of complexity and a hint of the wine`s potential for further development.
93
Vinous
The 2005 Châteauneuf-du-Pape opens with meaty gradations, followed by dried fruits, forest floor, tobacco and grilled herbs. Savory and expressive, this fleshy red remains firmly structured by grippy tannins yet captures wonderful freshness. Finishing with lovely persistence, the 2005 should continue to drink well over the next five years.Nicolas Greinacher13th June 2024
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