Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Brut Zero There is more than enough

There is more than enough precision

The fully mature 1997 Shiraz Reserve was in total contrast to the monster 1996

Give this 5-8 years of time before popping a cork and enjoy it for the next 20 years after that

brass-tinged yellow-gold

26% Mourvèdre and 23% Syrah aged in 35% new French oak

Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Brut Zero There is more than enoughVery oaky, modern style of Chateauneuf du Pape that inspire discussion between modernists and traditionalists. The wine has a lot of depth, fat textures, richness and ripe fruits and a real lush sensation. If the oaky, espresso notes integrate the score should go up. If they persist, my score would drop as I do not really like too much oak in Grenache driven wines.