Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2018

Chateau de Beaucastel from Chateauneuf-du-Pape in the Southern Rhone produces some of the region's most famous wines with the Grand Cuvee Hommage a Jacques Perrin being particularly sought.

Review

"The 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape has slightly less Grenache than normal (10%) and has a Mourvèdre-dominated bouquet of blue fruits, crushed violets, charred meats, and a distinct minerality. This was a challenging vintage, particularly for Grenache, yet this estate has produced a brilliant wine that has medium to full body, a layered, deep, concentrated mid-palate, ripe tannins, and a gorgeous finish. As with most 2018s, it’s going to have plenty of upfront appeal, yet I suspect it will also age gracefully." - 94-96+pts - Jeb Dunnuck