2018 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition
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Brilliant ruby. Highly perfumed red berry and floral scents are complemented by suggestions of pungent herbs and smoky minerals. Sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy raspberry, cherry and floral pastille flavors that deepen with air. In a seamless, energetic style, conveying a smooth blend of richness and finesse and finishing gently sweet and long, with even tannins and building spiciness.
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
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Readers looking for a great example of the style of the 2018 vintage should try the 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape Tradition from Domaine Giraud. Revealing a more translucent ruby color as well as a beautiful perfume of kirsch, herbes de Provence, Provençal garrigue, and ground pepper, this medium-bodied beauty has a soft, seductive texture, no hard edges, and a great finish. It’s as gulpable as they come and ideal for enjoying over the coming 8-10 years.
Loaded with clean, ripe, succulent red fruit, the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape is a mélange of raspberries and cherries borne on a supple, creamy-textured, full-bodied palate. While not overly complex, it's whole lot of fun to drink, a thrill ride of berries with just enough spice to add a savory component to the finish.
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Grenache/ Garnacha , Syrah / Shiraz, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Cinsault
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Dry