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2006 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Domaine des Sénéchaux

Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Domaine des Senechaux
Domaine des Sénéchaux is currently the most exciting property in Châteaunuef du Pape. The reason? It has been purchased by Jean Michel Cazes of Lynch Bages fame in Bordeaux. Jean Michel and his son Jean Charles have recognised the outstanding quality of the terroir, with its trademark pudding stones and decorative old vines, and have adopted the clever strategy of consultation to ensure that the essence and personality of the wine is not fundamentally changed. As a result the wine is made in a similar way and its make up remains as before (65% Grenache, 15 % each of Syrah and Mourvèdre and a hint of both Cinsault and Counoise).Domaine des Sénéchaux

Despite this, and maybe, paradoxically, because of it, the wine has improved virtually beyond recognition.The rich core of sweet fruit remains, but is now more concentrated and much more focused. The tannins are wonderfully woven, the aromatics infused with notes of chocolate and garrigue; the palate is profoundly satisfying. All in all very Châteauneuf Du Pape, but now from the top drawer; the Bordelais savoir faire subtly but memorably infused. The eponymous old men who adorn the label will have very good reasons to be pleased!
(Simon Field MW, BBR Buyer)Domaine des Sénéchaux

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Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Domaine des Senechaux
Whether it is a coincidence or not, new proprietor Jean-Michel Cazes (that name should sound familiar to those who love his wines from Lynch-Bages in Pauillac, Bordeaux) is head of the new syndicate that owns Senechaux, and the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape is the best wine I have yet tasted there. I wouldn’t say the style has changed as much as there is just more built into the wine. Provencal with classic kirsch liqueur, lavender, ground pepper, and spice box, the wine is full-bodied, opulent, exceptionally hedonistic and lush, with superb concentration, purity, and texture...
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Oct 2008 & Oct 2007)
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Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Domaine des Senechaux
Product: 3191
Maturity: Drink 2010-2018 (Ready, but will keep)
Vintage: 2006
Origin: France » Rhône » Châteauneuf du Pape Map of the region
Producer: Domaine des Sénéchaux
Grape Variety: Southern Rhône Blend
Style: Medium-Full Bodied, Dry, 14% alcohol
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