2014 Domaine Jean Royer Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Prestige
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All of the 2014s from this estate are downright impressive and well worth seeking out. The 2014 Châteauneuf du Pape Prestige is 95% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre that comes from two terroirs: Bois de la Ville and Grande Serres, both of which consist of rolled stone soils. Partially destemmed and aged in a mix of demi-muids and stainless steel, it has pretty notes of rose petals, strawberries, dried Provençal herbs and spice in an elegant, medium to full-bodied, ultra-fine package. It has not hard edges and will drink nicely through 2024.
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Josh Raynolds
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Vivid ruby. Expansive, mineral-accented red berry liqueur and floral pastille scents are complicated by suggestions of potpourri and star anise. Juicy, focused and pure, displaying excellent focus and verve to the fresh raspberry and bitter cherry flavors. The mineral element adds cut and precision to a very long, subtly tannic finish that leaves behind allspice and candied red berry notes.