Reviews & Ratings

2010 Cuvee du Vatican French - Rhone (Red Blend) "Chateau Sixteen Chateauneuf du Pape"

Winery: Cuvee du Vatican

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Chateau Sixteen Chateauneuf du Pape"

Wine Category: French - Rhone (Red Blend)

Grape blend: 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah, and 25% Mourvedre

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chateauneuf du Pape

State or country: France

Price: $60

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: May 1, 2012

Wine Review: This slightly opaque and dark ruby colored red blend opens with a red currant and old oak bouquet with a hint of boysenberry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and fruit forward. The flavor profile is a black plum and oak blend with hints of black pepper and black raspberry. The finish is dry and its very dusty tannins are rather sticky and show great length. This wine would pair well with beef stew in the near term. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

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