Barroche, Chateauneuf Du Pape Size:12x750ml compact and moderately austere finale

compact and moderately austere finale that also reflects a trace of warmth

nicely integrated oak

These single vineyard releases were easily some the most impressive wines I was able to taste during my trip through the region

A background application of toasty oak frames a pungent earthy and somber nose of beautifully well-layered dark berry fruit

The 2014 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux is just a bit anonymous on the nose

Barroche, Chateauneuf Du Pape Size:12x750ml compact and moderately austere finaleVivid ruby. Strikingly complex, expansive aromas of raspberry and blackberry, garrigue and brown spices. Open knit red fruit flavors are concentrated but in no way heavy, with a bracing mineral quality adding spine. The finish is sweet, broad and very persistent. This cuvee was previously called "Reserve." Josh Raynolds