Domaine Andre Brunel Chateauneuf du Pape "Cuvee Centenaire" 2015, 750ml

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To celebrate 100 years of planting the most beautiful plot in the Domaine, located in the Farguerol sector, Lucien and André Brunel created the Cuvée Centenaire in 1989. This speci al cuvée comes specifically from this plot. The soil and subsoil in this area have minimal limestone but are rich in blue, compact clay, which imparts a mineral quality (graphite) to the wine. The vines benefit from perfect sunshine and the often-blowing Mistral wind, which concentrates the sugar and aromas in the grapes. The Cuvée Centenaire is only produced in exceptional vintages, allowing the Grenache to fully express its essence. The Grenache grapes undergo a traditional fermentation process for four weeks in concrete vats. After fermentation, the wine is aged in the same concrete vats for 18 months. The blend consists of 95% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre. The vines have an average age of 125 years, and the yield is 20 hl/ha. The harvest is done exclusively by hand, ensuring the highest quality grapes for this prestigious wine. Tasting Note: Beautiful notes of cherries, stone fruit and a touch of stem inclusion. It's full-bodied and creamy, but with a fresh, silky finish that echoes with cranberries. Although a powerful wine, it's more about elegance than sheer brawn. ---------------------------- Region: Chateauneuf du Pape Variety: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah Rating: Wine Spectator 96 Show more