Domaine Gérard Charvin - Chateauneuf du Pape 2022 (750ml)
Price: $79.99
| Producer | Domaine Gérard Charvin |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhône Valley |
| Varietal | Grenache, Mourvèdre, Vaccarèse, Syrah |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 202616 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Domaine Gérard Charvin Description
Laurent Charvin has only 10 ha of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Until recently, Laurent was almost the only grower to continue to vinify traditionally, with whole-cluster fermentations. Now, others are following his lead. In addition to leaving the stems, Laurent's élevage is uniquely undertaken in concrete tank - no barrel. Laurent is regarded as one of the top wine-makers in the appellation by Guy Julien, renowned owner of the restaurant Beaugraviére in Mondragon, as well as other top sommeliers and wine writers in France, with a two-star rating by Revue du Vin de France.
Vine age averages 60 years old.
Wine Advocate: 94-96 Points
Another highlight this year, Charvin's 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape exhales a complex, floral bouquet of violet, rose petals, dark cherries, spices and menthol intertwined with delicate garrigue notes. Medium to full-bodied and fine-boned with a layered core of fruit, bright acids and velvety tannins, it finishes long and ethereal with a delicate tannic frame thanks to whole bunches. This blend of 80% Grenache, 7% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre and the rest of Vaccarèse and Counoise is one of my favorites this year.
Vinous: 91-93 Points
The 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape scores with a redolent perfume of ripe strawberry, raspberry, licorice and rose petal. Ample freshness balances the 15.5% alcohol. Full-bodied, concentrated and framed by a firm tannic corset, the 2022 is a long-distance runner. Patience is advised.
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