2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes

Even better, the brilliant 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes is comprised of mostly old vine Grenache, with smaller parts Syrah and Mourvedre. Perfumed and already complex, with kirsch, blackberry, crushed stone, pepper and garrigue, this full-bodied effort has a silky, polished texture, big structure and serious length on the finish. It will mostly likely benefit for 3-4 years in the cellar and have 15-20 years of total longevity. Drink: 2017 - 2032. Wine Advocate #209 Oct 2013

Jeb Dunnuck    Score: 94-96/100