Professional Reviews
Robert Parker
Decanter
Details
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Grape Variety
Grenache , Other Regional Grapes , Red Blend , Syrah
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Vintage
2016
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Size
750ml
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Sweetness
Dry
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Body
Full Bodied
Flatiron Wines & Spirits NY
RP
95
"Almost entirely Grenache, from parcels planted in 1901 and 1902, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale is a stunner. Scents of roses, black tea and raspberries set the scene, while the palate is full-bodied but silky and nearly weightless, delivering an intricate, detailed interplay of red fruit, dried spices and orange zest. Despite what must be 15% alcohol or more, it shows absolutely no sign of heat." -Robert Parker
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95
"This has a distinct old-vine vinosity on the nose. Very full-bodied, searching and intense on the palate, shot through with ample, very ripe suede-like tannins. Powerful, regal stuff, albeit with slightly raised alcohol, but the overall effect is in balance, with a long finish. Restrained power."