Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 late-growing seasons

late-growing seasons

the vine ages run from 18 to 75+ years of age)

The 2010 Haut-Bages Libéral does not quite convey the same lift on the nose as its peers

with ample

This is another outstanding value Bordeaux wine from 2009 made with the help of Stephane Derenoncourt and his able team

Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 late-growing seasonsDespite the modern elevage that the 2003 Tardieu Laurent Chteauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes receives, this seemed decidedly old world with a spicy, garrigue laced character. With air, subtle saddle leather, licorice and gobs of sweet cherry fruit come out to play and this displays great balance, medium to full body, nice texture and a long finish. I was more than a little impressed by this wine.