2021 Domaine Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux [JS94]

Producer: Domaine Andre Brunel  Region: Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France  Blend: 60% Grenache, 27% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah, 3% Cinsault Year: 2021  James Suckling, 94 Points  "This traditional style Chateauneuf has a complex nose of leather, dry earth, candied orange peel and licorice. More red-berry fruit on the expansive yet delicate palate, where there’s a wonderful interplay of super-fine tannins and restrained richness through the very long, silky finish."  Winemaker Notes:  "Clean and elegant, the nose features red fruits typical of Grenache with pepper and spice from Mourvèdre and Syrah. The spices are more pronounced on the palate, enhanced by a touch of oak. The palate is fruit-driven than classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape, showing its savory side through a long finish. It is approachable now and will continue to evolve for five to eight years."  Alcohol: 14.5%  *Price and availability in store may vary. Vintage date may differ from pictured.