Clos des Papes (Paul Avril) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018 (750ml) Morellino di Scansano Lovely floral nose and almost

Lovely floral nose and almost understated compared to Mouton -

or else decant in advance of serving

For optimal tasting

even decades

the palate is superbly sprightly

Clos des Papes (Paul Avril) - Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018 (750ml) Morellino di Scansano Lovely floral nose and almostAvril family has a history in CDP that can be traced back to the 18th century. The current generation (Paul Vincent Avril) started working at Clos des Papes in 1988 after working at Chteau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux. The vineyard consists of 35 hectares spread over 24 parcels, most notably in La Crau. Clos des Papes Rouge is produced from about 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah and 5% from other varietals. Vinous v94 96 Deep magenta. Intensely