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Chateauneuf du Pape Rayas 2000
HED67079
75 cl
14%
£1,470.00
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Château Rayas undoubtedly sits amongst the greatest producers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape but is often also considered of equal stature to First Growth Bordeaux or Grand Cru Burgundy such is the quality of the wine produced by the Reynaud family from their 12 hectares of vines. Rayas is made from 100% Grenache from low yielding vines and is aged in a combination of seasoned demi-muids and foudres of various sizes for an average of 16 months prior to bottling. The 2000 release is now at full maturity, exhibiting fleshy notes of dried red and black fruits, liquorice, leather and spices.
90
Vinous
Rather pale red (Reynaud says the color will deepen as the wine ages). Smoke and pepper dominate the nose. Thick and sappy; round and seamless. Offers very good depth of flavor but today I don't find the excitement of the vintage's top examples. Best today on the peppery, long finish, which features thoroughly ripe tannins. There weren't a lot of bunches in 2000, says Reynaud, but the grapes were large.Stephen Tanzer1st January 2003
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