Roger Sabon, Chateauneuf Du Pape Reserve Size:12x750ml release after release

release after release

Aged for 18 months in oak (40% new)

As it usually is

And a spicy

I very much like the mouth feel of the middle weight plus flavors as the abundant dry extract coats the firm supporting tannin spine and pushes it to the background

Roger Sabon, Chateauneuf Du Pape Reserve Size:12x750ml release after releaseInky ruby. Sexy, high pitched aromas of fresh red berries, potpourri and star anise show a hint of smokiness. Silky and expansive on the palate, offering intense raspberry and bitter cherry flavors and a strong suggestion of candied rose. Supple tannins meld smoothly with the wine's fruit on the incisive finish, which hangs on with very good tenacity and echoing floral character. Josh Raynolds