Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions Creamy texture

Creamy texture

with well-integrated tannins

this is a lush

There is just enough reduction present to blur the nuances of the fresh and cool aromas of citrus peel and various floral elements

If it is not quite as tightly wound as in some years

Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions Creamy textureThis was my debut tasting of the 500 case cuvee of 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse Temps (from a vineyard near the renowned Chateau Beaucastel). A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre aged completely in neutral wood foudres, its dense purple color is followed by aromas of roasted meats, saddle leather, animal fur, blackberries, and cherry liqueur. Rich, structured, and full bodied, it may be controversial as there is an element of brett in the