The 2012 'Croix de Bois' Châteauneuf-du-Pape offers wonderful aromas of roasted plum, lavender, licorice, chocolate, dried herbs, cured meat and wet stones, which instantly emerge from the glass. This is especially impressive on the palate where it demonstrates remarkable balance and finesse, with a gorgeous soft, rich texture that carries over seamlessly onto the finish. This is a classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and even though its already showing well, readers need to be patient, as there is an even brighter future ahead. Overall, a superb showing and certainly ranks among the best wines I have tasted from vintage. (Best 2016-2029) - November, 2014 (JD)
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Wine Specifications:
Report Date: November, 2014
Suggested Value: $112
Vintage: 2012
Drinking Window: 2016-2029
Producer: M. Chapoutier
Country: France
Region: Rhône
Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Importer: Terlato Wines
Report Date: November, 2014
Suggested Value: $112
Vintage: 2012
Drinking Window: 2016-2029
Producer: M. Chapoutier
Country: France
Region: Rhône
Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Importer: Terlato Wines