Tasting Notes
Robert Parker – 99
As impressive as the Cuvee Reservee is, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee da Capo brings an extra level of intensity. Turn that volume up to 11 or even 12. Waves of black cherries, plums and chocolate wash across the full-bodied, velvety palate, lingering nearly forever on the finish. As big and bold as it is, it remains breathtakingly elegant and fine. It should evolve gracefully through at least 2040.
Anticipated maturity: 2022-2040
JancisRobinson.com – 17
70% Grenache, 6% Syrah, 4% Mourvedre, 2% Cinsault, 2% Terret, 2% Picardan, 2% Muscardin, 2% Bourboulenc, 2% Piquepoul, 2% Vaccarese, 2% Roussanne, 2% Counoise, 2% Clairette. Cask sample. Much better freshness than their Reserve, and full of succulent red fruit with fine, filigree tannic powder. Moderate length, a little spiciness on the finish leaving a fairly simple persistence. (RH)
Anticipated maturity: 2019-2035
