Consisting of one-third each Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Coralie et Floriane is a spectacular wine. It's a blend of lots from three different lieux-dits, each with a different soil type. The result, after aging in a mix of demi-muids, new barriques and stainless steel, is a rich, concentrated wine with standout aromas of bright berries, orange zest and spice. The velvety finish hints at vanilla, chocolate and spice, only slowly fading away.
95 points, Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate (Issue # 233 - Oct 2017) |