Chateauneuf du Pape Les Hauts Lieux, 2011

16%

750ml

Grape Varieties: Grenache, Mourvedre, Counoise ,Cinsault

"Coming from a higher elevation, cooler terroir and limestone soils, the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Hauts Lieux is a total rock star in the vintage and checks in as a blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre and the balance Counoise and Cinsault, which was aged all in foudre. Harvested very late, it possesses gorgeous purity, with mineral-tinged aromas of blackberry, currants, licorice, ground herbs and violets all soaring from the glass. An all-around powerful, structured and rich 2011, with a full-bodied mouthfeel, terrific acidity and big tannin, it will be one of the longest-lived wines in the vintage.

Robert Parker: 95 points, Wine Spectator: 93 Points, Stephen Tanzer: 93 Points , Bettane and Desseauve: 15.5 Points