1999 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Roussanne V V
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A singular effort of great concentration, the 1999 Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vieilles Vignes exhibits honeysuckle, marmalade, rose petal, and acacia flower characteristics along with immense body, high glycerin, and good acidity. It can be drunk now, but promises to last for 12-15 years. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802
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Robert Parker
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Creamy but bright aromas of spice, honey, roasted nuts and exotic mandarin orange zest. Dense and thick but framed by racy acidity; creamy soft citrus flavors offer great appeal already, but this seemed to tighten up with aeration. Finishes very long and subtly complex. Drink this today, says Perrin, or put it away for eight years.
About the producer
This Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate is one of the Rhône’s most famous addresses. With a history stretching back to the 16th century, Beaucastel remains family owned and run, with the fifth generation of the Perrin family – Marc, Pierre, Thomas, Cécile, Charles, Matthieu and César – at the helm today.