Wine Spectator 96 "This takes a decidedly old-school approach with its very distinctive bay leaf and juniper notes leading the way, along with roasted mesquite and
Wine Spectator 93 "Slightly firm, with juniper, sage and sandalwood hints framing dark plum, currant, coffee and mineral notes. The grippy finish has a cedar note
Wine Spectator 91 "Rich, but bright and minerally, with lots of star fruit, lime and fennel notes, backed by a long, racy finish where the flavors
Wine Spectator 94 TOP 100 2006 "Tight on the nose, but with a great beam, of both red and black fruits, as well as hoision sauce,
Wine Spectator 95 TOP 100 2007 "Juicy and spicy, with lots of raspberry ganache and blueberry notes offset by hints of mulled spices, black tea and
Robert Parker 95 + "Still backward and unevolved, the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape (75% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre, and 5% other authorized varietals) was aged
Wine Spectator 94 "Crackles with an urgency atypical for the vintage, with juniper, cassis bush and tobacco notes that manage to be more prominent than the
Wine Spectator 90 "Very bright, stony style, with lime, green apple, mineral and floral notes that stay fresh and mouthwatering through the finish. Drink now through
Wine Advocate 94 "The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape is dominated by Grenache with major amounts of Mourvedre, Syrah and other authorized varietals. Its dense ruby/plum color
Vinous Media 94 "Vivid ruby. Exotic, expansive aromas of fresh red and dark berries, incense, anise and garrigue. Deep, sappy black raspberry and boysenberry flavors show
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