Chateau La Nerthe 2017 Chateauneuf-du-Pape

One of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s oldest estates, archives affirm Château La Nerthe’s existence as early as 1560 and suggest an even more distant past dating to the dawn of the region’s wine culture in the 12th century. An Iconic producer whose wines are considered a benchmark with each vintage released.

This wine from the excellent 2017 vintage is a blend of 40% Grenache noir, 35% Syrah, 18% Mourvèdre and 7% Cinsault aged 12 months 50% in small French oak barrels and 50% large French oak casks.

Tasting Panel Magazine scored this 94 points saying "Spanning 225 acres, Château La Nerthe’s vineyards occupy a single block that has been certified organic since 1998. Their sandy clay soils boast a surface layer of the famous large, round stones called galets. All 14 of the appellation’s permitted varieties are planted here, though 62% of the vines—which average over 40 years old—are Grenache. Offering focused aromas of rhubarb, orange peel, and iron, this spiced expression has abundant personality defined by cinnamon and cranberry: It’s juicy, fresh, and vibrant, with a chewy texture and an earthy nature."