This final vintage marks the end of an era
Well-integrated hints of brown spice and vanilla contribute layers of complexity
with a little richness and fat but freshness too
Pedro Xim̩nez grapes are picked very ripe and then left out in the sun to attain a higher sugar concentration
with chalky-fine mineral underpinnings and serious graphite-edged energy
Chateau La Nerthe Les Cassagnes Côtes du Rhône Villages Rouge 2021 over-94 This final vintage marks thePower, structure and colour are the remarkable components of this wine. The colour is a beautiful deep purple red, with violet reflections. The nose is expressive and dominated by Syrah, floral (violet) and spicy (pepper) notes. Thanks to full and already mature tannins, Grenache brings density, power and finesse to the structure. Beautiful length in the mouth, finish on southern, menthol and liquorice notes. A balanced wine, accessible in its youth