2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve Auguste Favier
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The only 2006 I was able to taste from proprietress Isabel Ferrando for this retrospective, the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Réserve Auguste Favier, did not disappoint. Made from 80% Grenache, 10% Cinsault and the rest Syrah and Mourvèdre, mostly from rolled pebble soils, it was completely destemmed and had the Grenache aged in tank and the balance in three-year-old barrels. Giving up elegant, perfumed notes of kirsch, blackberries, licorice and roasted meats, it’s seamless and sexy, with the vintage’s charming, elegant character front and center. This is a beautiful wine to enjoy anytime over the coming 5-8 years.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Jancis Robinson MW
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Up there with best of the vintage, the brilliant 2006 Domaine Saint Préfert Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Auguste Favier boasts an intense, yet suave, elegant profile with captivating aromas of kirsch liqueur, licorice, Asian spice, roasted meats, and dried garrigue on the nose. Silky, seamless, and with the standard Saint Préfert elegance, this exceptional 2006 is still youthful and fresh, with a solid 12-15 years ahead of it. While I think it will be even better in 2-3 years, it’s no slouch now, and is thrilling drink. I continue to be more and more impressed by this estate, and lovers of pure, unadulterated Grenache should not miss these wines!
(80% grenache and 20% cinsault, from older vines) Deep red. Vivid red berry, cherry and floral aromas are deepened by smoky minerals and licorice. Alluringly sweet strawberry and raspberry flavors are enlivened by a strong mineral component. Turns richer on the finish without losing clarity, leaving sexy red fruit and floral notes behind.
Heady black fruits. Very big, bold and bouncing – sure to give pleasure – in fact it is almost wagging its tail. Great balance with very fine tannins. Lovely tarry note as well as the black fruits and very Châteauneuf. Grenache with a bit of Syrah and Cinsault (JR)
About the producer
Famille Isabel Ferrando is a leading wine producer in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.