A terrific vintage for this wine, which was bottled just a couple of weeks prior to my late June visit, the 2021 Cotes du Rhone Coudoulet de Beaucastel is a blend of 30% each Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, plus 10% Cinsault. From a vineyard just outside t...
A bright, fruity style, this white sports peach and apple flavors accented by floral and honey hints. Charming and balanced, with echoes of fruit on the finish. Drink now.
Rich aromas of dark berries, plums and spices preface the 2022 Fixin 1er Cru Clos du Chapitre, a medium to full-bodied, supple and fleshy palate framed by nicely integrated but youthfully chalky tannins.