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2010 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Clos St. Jean

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Clos St. Jean
Grenache makes up 75% of the blend here, a little less than usual as a result of the coulure at flowering time. This has allowed the remaining shareholders, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Muscardin and Vaccarese to really strut their stuff, a dance garlanded with herbs and spice and beautifully delicate tannins.
Simon Field MW, BBR Buyer, February 2012

The brothers Pacsal and Vicent Maurel, with a little help from the larger-than-life and near-ubiquitous consultant Philippe Cambie, continue to work wonders with this famous old Domaine, which gets its first BBR listing this year. The property is similar in size to Beaucastel and also has some spectacular parcels of old vines, its centurion-holders mainly situated on the Crau plateau. The winemaking here is traditional, yet the wines themselves seem to marry tradition and modernity with effortless aplomb.

Clos Saint Jean

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90 - 92/100
Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Clos St. Jean
The 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape (75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and the rest Mourvedre, Cinsault, Muscardin and Vaccarese from 75 year old vines) is aged in tank (the Grenache), small barrels and 600-liter demi-muids. Its dense purple color is followed by scents of lead pencil shavings, white chocolate, lavender, black currants and sweet cherries. Pure and full-bodied with good acidity as well as a long finish, this fragrant, poised Chateauneuf should drink nicely for 10-12+ years.
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Oct 2011)

Parker
90 - 92/100
Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Clos St. Jean
Product: 11260
Maturity: Drink 2014-2020 (For laying down)
Vintage: 2010
Origin: France » Rhône » Châteauneuf du Pape Map of the region
Producer: Clos Saint Jean
Grape Variety: Southern Rhône Blend
Style: Medium-Full Bodied, Dry, 16% alcohol
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