Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 051826OFFER a savory herbal snap

a savory herbal snap

then aged three years on the lees — double the legal minimum

big enough casks that the oak stays quiet and the stony site does the talking

with notes of citrus and honey and a bright mint finish

A genuinely delicious kosher red for a weeknight table

Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 051826OFFER a savory herbal snapHistory runs deep herethis estate traces its roots to 1547, and since 1990, the Cuve du Papet has represented its pinnacle. A blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 15% Mourvdre from prime Chteauneuf lieux dits, aged mostly in large foudre. Black cherry and mulberry meld with dried porcini and wild game notes, supported by firm, gripping tannins and fresh acidity. Classic Chteauneuf du Pape tradition.