Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 NO20230927 Why these wines remain among

Why these wines remain among Piedmont's greatest values

and the family treats their sparkling wines with the same seriousness as their still ones

The benchmark crème de cassis

and crushed seashells lead into a palate of crisp green apple

macerated a couple of weeks

Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 NO20230927 Why these wines remain amongHistory runs deep herethis estate traces its roots to 1547, and since 1990, the Cuve du Papet has represented its pinnacle. A blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 15% Mourvdre from prime Chteauneuf lieux dits, aged mostly in large foudre. Black cherry and mulberry meld with dried porcini and wild game notes, supported by firm, gripping tannins and fresh acidity. Classic Chteauneuf du Pape tradition.