Domaine de la Janasse: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique 2023

ØKOLOGISK

: Grenache 65%, Syrah 20%, Mourvedre 10%, Cinsault 5%

: rød, tør; 15,5% Vol.; Modenhed til at drikke: 2028–2047

: voluminøs og kraftfuld; velsmagende & krydret

: Lobenberg: 94–95/100; Wine Spectator: 93/100; Parker: 92+/100; Jeb Dunnuck: 92/100; Suckling: 92/100; Jeff Leve: 92/100

: Frankrig, Rhone, Chateauneuf du Pape

: Allergener: Sulfitter,

Tapperi / Importør: Domaine de la Janasse, 27, Chemin du Moulin, 84350 Courthezon, FRANKREICH

Cuvée Classique kommer fra forskellige terroirer, vi er på sand, flodsten og ler. De yngste vinmarker er 40 år gamle, de ældste 80 år gamle. 65 procent meget gammel Grenache, 20 procent Syrah, 10 procent Mourvedre og 5 procent andre druesorter. Gæringen foregår med naturlig gær i koniske cementtanke, og lagringen finder kun sted i store træfade. 80 procent er afstilket, resten er gæret som hele klaser. Det er næppe overraskende, at Janasse har produceret en så velduftende og fin vin i 2023. Det er en årgang, der passer til Janasse, fordi den er så elegant. Ikke desto mindre er den smukt cremet og varm og viser lakrids, goudron og hjertekirsebær med underskov og garrigues. Smagen er kraftig med den højere andel af Syrah med dens salt og syre, men strukturen fra Mourvedre kommer også igennem her og skubber søde krydderier hen over tungen med al sin kraft, inklusive lidt sojasauce. Ikke desto mindre forbliver vinen meget elegant og fint vævet. Masser af struktur og alligevel stor elegance. Vinen er rig, men tanninerne er helt silkeagtige og så vidunderligt modne, at den ikke har nogen som helst tyngde.

Wine Spectator om: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique

Oozes ripe cherry and pretty fruit in a punchy, warm profile set against a wall of crushed graphite. Shows impressive fruit purity and lusciousness, with textural finesse and dried herbs on the streaming, polished finish, where there’s sneaky grip and length. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault

Parker om: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique

Sensual and perfumed, the 2023 Chateauneuf du Pape from Domaine de la Janasse is a striking success, especially when compared to the more muscular, introverted 2022. Bursting with aromas of violets, spring flowers, dark cherries and garrigue, it’s medium- to full-bodied and dense yet vibrant, with a fleshy core of fruit framed by velvety tannins and a satiny, seamless texture. The finish is long, harmonious and gently spiced. A blend of 65% Grenache Noir, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Cinsault, it was matured for 12 months in a combination of foudres and used barrels (20%), offering a beautifully integrated and balanced expression of the vintage.

Jeb Dunnuck om: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique

Juicy red and black berries, pepper, leather, and savory garrigue aromatics define the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape, a blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, and 5% Cinsault that was partially destemmed and aged 12 months in 80% foudre and 20% used barrels. It's medium-bodied, has a focused, elegant mouthfeel, ripe, polished tannins, and outstanding length. Beautifully balanced with remarkable purity and elegance, it will evolve for 15-20 years in cold cellars. There are roughly 2,083 cases produced. Drink 2025-2045.

Suckling om: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique

With all the spice and dried fruit character it's fair to say that this has fruit cake aromas and flavors, but it is properly dry and not overbearing or warm from alcohol, so there's no hint of overripeness. A satisfying balance of generosity and warm, moderately dry tannins. Long, harmonious finish. Drink or hold.

Jeff Leve om: Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition Classique

Flowers, kirsch and strawberries define the perfume. The medium-bodied palate is built from soft, sweet, juicy, and fresh, with a wealth of cherries, and elegant. peppery strawberries, with a cool, refreshing, herbal finish. The wine blends 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 5% Cinsault.

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