The dark ruby-colored 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape exhibits a sweet bouquet of jammy black cherries, balsam wood, pepper, and dried herbs. It is a charming, medium-bodied 2001 displaying excellent purity, ripe fruit, and no hard edges. Enjoy it during its first 7-8 years of life.
An Alain Corcia Selection, various American importers, including Charmer Industries, NY; tel. (718) 726-2500, Southern Wine and Spirits, CA; tel. (510) 487-3332 Premier Wines, CA; tel. (510) 237-6284, and Calvert Woodley Wines, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 966-4400