Perrin / Beaucastel: Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel 2018 0,375 l

: Cinsault, Counoise, Grenache, Mourvedre, Muscardin, Syrah, Terre Noir, Vaccarese

: rød, tør; 14,5% Vol.; Modenhed til at drikke: 2022–2057

: voluminøs og kraftfuld; velsmagende & krydret

: Parker: 95–97/100; Decanter: 95/100; Jeb Dunnuck: 94–96+/100

: Frankrig, Rhone, Chateauneuf du Pape

: Allergener: Sulfitter,

Tapperi / Importør: Perrin / Beaucastel, La Ferriere - Route de Jonguières, 84100 Orange, FRANKREICH

Parker om: Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel

Another in a string of top vintages, Beaucastel's 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape was produced from Grenache yields of only eight hectoliters per hectare ("normal" is about 28 hectoliters per hectare, according to Marc Perrin). The final blend I was shown is almost candied in its fruity intensity of raspberries and cherries, yet it has a potent underpinning of more savory elements, like tapenade, grilled meat and dried spices. Full-bodied, with fine, silky tannins, this shows tremendous length, reverberating with hints of crushed stone on the finish. 95-97/100

Decanter om: Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel

A tight and compelling tannic structure, muscular and knitted down at this stage, rich and concentrated with blackberries and olive paste. Needs a few years, but already you can discern the floral aromatics that overlay the core, and this is going to evolve into a beautiful Beaucastel. Organic. Blend completed by 10% Counoise, 10% blend of Vaccarese, Terret Noir, Muscardin Clairette, Picpoul, Picardan Bouroulence, plus 10% Roussanne and 5% Cinsault. 95/100

Jeb Dunnuck om: Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel

The 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape has slightly less Grenache than normal (10%) and has a Mourvèdre-dominated bouquet of blue fruits, crushed violets, charred meats, and a distinct minerality. This was a challenging vintage, particularly for Grenache, yet this estate has produced a brilliant wine that has medium to full body, a layered, deep, concentrated mid-palate, ripe tannins, and a gorgeous finish. As with most 2018s, it’s going to have plenty of upfront appeal, yet I suspect it will also age gracefully. 94-96+/100

Wine Spectator om: Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel

Really pure in profile and alluring in feel, with cassis and cherry puree notes seamlessly layered with melted red licorice and fruitcake notes. A dash of roasted apple wood underscores the finish, letting the fruit be the primary player. Subtle mesquite and incense accents are tucked in the background for now. Approachable, but no rush. Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise, Vaccarèse, Terret, Muscardin, Clairette, Picpoul, Bourboulenc, Picardan and Roussanne. Drink now through 2038. From France. 95/100

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Famille Perrin

Beaucastel har bestemt været primus inter pares i det sydlige Rhône i årtier og er en af de få vingårde, der stadig bruger alle 13 godkendte druesorter til den røde Chateauneuf.

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Chateauneuf du Pape Chateau de Beaucastel 2018