Beaucastel, Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vv other_regions Pretty and fresh red cherry

Pretty and fresh red cherry and purple fruit aromas

The type of reduction that the Burgundians call bourgeon de cassis dominates the fruit today

and supple

This is very impressive but shows less sangiovese perfume than usual

The dryness should round out in time as there is no associated sense of astringency

Beaucastel, Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vv other_regions Pretty and fresh red cherryButtery, fleshy, and a very solid backup of apricot and peach melba. Lengthy and succulent and substantial. Such tremendous concentration on the finish, but without being too forceful and headbanging. Delightful to drink now, but could age for decades, on previous form. (RH)