Vieux Donjon (Michel Lucien), Chateauneuf Du Pape Vintage:2021 Readers can check out notes

Readers can check out notes on those wines in my recent feature on the estate posted on www

A background trace of wood sets off reticent but pure and earth red

the fruit here is bright

Silky and surprisingly approachable for the vintage

hints of blood orange and white pepper on the aftertaste

Vieux Donjon (Michel Lucien), Chateauneuf Du Pape Vintage:2021 Readers can check out notesSolidly built, with a core of warm plum and black cherry preserve flavors, enhanced by lavender, anise and black tea notes that flash throughout. Stays fresh and focused through the finish. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvdre and Cinsault. Best from 2020 through 2035. 700 cases imported. JM