A blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 10% Mourvedre, this dark ruby/purple-tinged 2001 reveals a fragrant bouquet of spice box, blue and black fruits, and hints of pepper as well as lavender. Pure, powerful, and cleverly constructed with an elegant style that builds incrementally in the mouth, it possesses loads of fruit. The overall impression of this stylish Chateauneuf is one of openness and precociousness. It should age well because of its gracefulness and equilibrium. Anticipated maturity: now-2014.
Importer: Schieffelin & Somerset, New York, NY; tel. (212) 251-8337