Clos des Papes 2016

Paul Avril Clos des Papes produces one of the most sought after wines in the Rhone Valley with its flagship Southern Rhone Blend.  The wine is amongst one of the most sought after in the world and consistently receives high praise.

Review

"Another perfect wine from this brilliant estate is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which matches the otherworldly 2007. A classic blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah brought up all in old foudre, this beauty's deep purple color is followed by a mammoth bouquet of kirsch liqueur, black currants, blueberries, Asian spices, and garrigue. Full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful, it nevertheless is as graceful as a ballerina on the palate and has ultra-fine tannins, a silky, seamless texture, and a finish that just won't quit. Hats off to vigneron Paul-Vincent Avril!" - 100pts, Jeb Dunnuck