2018 | Clos du Mont-Olivet | Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Aromas of blackberry, red cherry and baking spices. Smooth, concentrated yet balanced; flavors of tart cherries, red plums and light licorice. Very long finish.

Reviews:

• Wine Advocate: Scents of sun-warmed stones, asphalt and black olives emerge on the nose of the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape La Cuvee du Papet. Full-bodied, savory and complex, with flavors of dark, plummy fruit, hints of roasted meat and dried spices, it's supple in feel and long on the finish.

• James Suckling: Deep black-fruit nose with plenty of meaty and earthy depth. Some much power and energy on the palate of this rich and beautifully balanced Chateauneuf. Everything fits together so neatly that the wine glides over your palate. Serious power at the long, velvety finish.

Producer Information

Clos du Mont-Olivet is located in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France and has been producing red and white wines from the region since 1932. The estate is owned by the Sabon family and is managed by third-generation family members Celine, David and Thierry Sabon. The estate covers 21 hectares (51 acres) of vineyard land around the southern Rhône, and bottles wines from three appellations: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, and Vin de France. The terroir at each vineyard varies greatly and soils range in composition from clay and sandstone to quartzite deposits and sand. The variety of sites allows Clos du Mont-Olivet to plant specific grape varieties to preferred plots. Grenache is by far the most planted variety, followed by Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsaut. Small amounts of Counoise, Vaccarèse, Muscardin, Picpoul Noir and Terret Noir are planted at Clos du Mont-Olivet's vineyards as blending partners for the Châteauneuf-du-Pape encepagement. White varieties planted at the estate include Clairette, Bourboulenc, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Picpoul and Viognier. Vinification methods at Clos du Mont-Olivet are altered according to vintage, variety, and wine style, but the aim each year is to produce wines that convey the diversity of the estate’s grapes, soils, and overall terroir. The flagship wine, La Cuvée de Papet, is produced from grapes sourced from the estate's best and oldest vines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The blend was first produced in 1989 and is only made in the best vintages. Grenache from vines planted as far back as 1901 are complemented by Mourvèdre and/or Syrah and the varieties are vinified together.

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