Clos des Papes, Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2012
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Matthias Hilse 96 Punkte
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Clos des Papes, Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2012
Genussindex 19/20 Punkten Dieser Wein enthält Sulfite und ist differenzbesteuert nach §25a UStG.
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The Wine Advocate
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"Showing no bricking at all, the 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape is in its early maturity. There's a lovely mushroomy savoriness layered against black cherries and cola, earth and spice. Full-bodied, supple and almost creamy-plush in texture, it's ready to drink now yet should easily go another decade.
Paul-Vincent Avril winced as we discussed the yields in recent vintages. In 2017, his parcels averaged 15 hectoliters per hectare, while in 2018, he only harvested nine hectoliters per hectare. "I've never seen that before," he said. The aim at the estate is 25 hectoliters per hectare. In fact, many of the foudres in the winery held only water during my visit, as it's important to keep the staves in these massive oak vessels wet so they maintain their integrity. At least, said Avril, "The quality [in 2018] is good, because the problems were in May and June. The wines are elegant. Tannins mature, soft and smooth." Avril keeps back a portion of each vintage for direct sales to restaurants, and he'll rely on those sales of mature wines to help make up the revenue. And speaking of older vintages, readers who have the 2009s should count themselves lucky, as both the red and white are drinking well today."
Joe Czerwinski 95 Punkte
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Clos des PapesClos des Papes
13 Avenue Saint-Pierre de Luxembourg
FR- 84230 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Frankreich