Domaine Olivier Hillaire 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee Classique
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Domaine Olivier Hillaire 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee Classique
Beautifully, mature Chateauneuf, On Sale
Quick Taste
- 94 Points
- Select vineyard parcels
- "Concentrated, flavorful and long...a relative bargain."
- " palate is concentrated and plush, conveying decadent flavors"
- On Sale
About Domaine Olivier Hillaire 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee Classique
Olivier’s winemaking career began almost 30 years ago when he started out at Domaine des Relagnes. After 20+ years of hard work as winemaker at the estate, raising the quality of wine with each vintage that would allow it, Domaine des Relagnes, not owned by Hillaire, was sold in 2005. Olivier immediately created his own label and, using the charm that he was abundantly blessed with, was actually able to convince the owner of Relagnes, Henri Boirin (Olivier’s Ex-Father-in-law), to keep a couple of hectares so that Olivier could rent the parcels to get himself started. Naturally, Olivier chose the very best parcels! Most notably ‘Les Petits Pieds d’Armand’ from which Olivier makes his top cuvée.
This classic cuvee from the 201`6 vintage is drinking beautifully right now.
The Wine Advocate scored this 94 points saying "The young estate has turned out some crazy good 2016s, including the "basic" 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape, a blend of 90% Grenache and the rest Mourvèdre and Syrah, all from the lieu-dit of Grand Pierre. Aged in concrete and neutral barrels, it shows terrific balance, matching black cherries and raspberries with hints of garrigue, and ample weight and richness on the palate with fine, silky tannins. Concentrated, flavorful and long, this should be available for around $50, making it a relative bargain."
Wine Spectator scored this 92 points saying "Ripe and lush in feel, with blueberry reduction, açai berry and plum sauce notes cruising through, enlivened by bright licorice and fruitcake details. A light brambly spine adds contrast on the finish. Best from 2019 through 2030. 950 cases made."
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 92 points saying "The nose of this wine is delicate, offering faint whispers of violet and blackberry, but the palate is concentrated and plush, conveying decadent flavors of blackberry and black-cherry preserve. It’s a plush, immediately approachable blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah framed by ripe, fine-grained tannins. Enjoy now–2030."
This classic cuvee from the 201`6 vintage is drinking beautifully right now.
The Wine Advocate scored this 94 points saying "The young estate has turned out some crazy good 2016s, including the "basic" 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape, a blend of 90% Grenache and the rest Mourvèdre and Syrah, all from the lieu-dit of Grand Pierre. Aged in concrete and neutral barrels, it shows terrific balance, matching black cherries and raspberries with hints of garrigue, and ample weight and richness on the palate with fine, silky tannins. Concentrated, flavorful and long, this should be available for around $50, making it a relative bargain."
Wine Spectator scored this 92 points saying "Ripe and lush in feel, with blueberry reduction, açai berry and plum sauce notes cruising through, enlivened by bright licorice and fruitcake details. A light brambly spine adds contrast on the finish. Best from 2019 through 2030. 950 cases made."
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 92 points saying "The nose of this wine is delicate, offering faint whispers of violet and blackberry, but the palate is concentrated and plush, conveying decadent flavors of blackberry and black-cherry preserve. It’s a plush, immediately approachable blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah framed by ripe, fine-grained tannins. Enjoy now–2030."
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 15.0%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country France
- Region Rhône
- Appellation Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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