Clos Saouma Chateauneuf du Pape Arioso Rouge 2012 Douro This is one of those

This is one of those relatively rare wines that will age effortlessly for years yet should be enjoyable the entire way

There is once again an appealing sense of energy to the lighter weight flavors that deliver solid punch and persistence on the balanced finish

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Clos Saouma Chateauneuf du Pape Arioso Rouge 2012 Douro This is one of thoseBright violet color. Intense cherry and dark berry liqueur aromas are complicated by suggestions of cola, Asian spices and smoky minerals. Sappy and precise on the palate, offering deeply concentrated but lively bitter cherry and boysenberry flavors and an invigorating kick of peppery spices. Closes sweet and extremely long, with a hint of bitter chocolate and harmonious, slowly emerging tannins. This beauty shows real Burgundian finesse.