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2000
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Barbe Rac M. Chapoutier
(750ml)
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Producer: |
M. Chapoutier
chapoutier.com
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| Appellation: |
Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Vallée du Rhône - France
(AOC)
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| Type: |
red
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| Varietal: |
Grenache
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| Maturity: |
Drink |
| Rating: |
Outstanding |
| Est. Price: |
n/a |
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Tasting Notes:
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rated:
February 14, 2003
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Robert Parker
erobertparker.com
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95 points
"There are approximately 500 cases of this wine. It is a large-scaled Chateauneuf du Pape that represents the antithesis of La Bernardine. This wine has been spectacular, and I have been a frequent buyer and consumer of this wine since the first vintage Michel Chapoutier made, 1989.
The Barbe Rac is a 100% Grenache cuvee produced from a vineyard planted in 1901 near the famed La Gardine estate. It is aged 80% in tank and 20% in large demi-muids barrels. The deep ruby/purple-colored 2000 Chateauneuf du Pape Barbe Rac boast a fabulous perfume of kirsch liqueur, licorice, ground pepper, and a hint of Provencal herbs. Ripe, full-bodied, and concentrated, with huge quantities of glycerin as well as a finish that lasts for nearly 50 seconds, this spectacular Chateauneuf du Pape possesses a sweetness and endearing accessibility that make it hard to resist. It should be drinkable during its entire 20-year evolution. It's a wow, wow wine!"
Best 2003-2023
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rated:
August 31, 2003
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Wine Spectator
winespectator.com
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92 points
"Traditional, yet very exotic and gorgeous, it tastes like a spice cake. Medium-bodied, very aromatic, showing chocolate, plum, dried fig, mocha and intense jammy character. Sweet-tasting, balanced finish. Terrific aging potential. Drink now through 2012. 555 cases made. (PM)"
Best 2003-2012
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