Still youthful, this dark ruby/garnet-colored wine displays an immense nose of a smoky barbecue pit, black fruits, truffles, and aged beef. With a blast of glycerin, alcohol, and extract, this monster Chateauneuf du Pape has remarkable balance for its immense size. The color exhibits no signs of rust at the edge, only a slight lightening. Thick, juicy, and succulent, this is a lusty, hedonistic Chateauneuf du Pape that can be drunk now or cellared for another 20 years. Last tasted 6/94.