2012 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Grand Cuvee Hommage a Jacques Perrin 750ml

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2012 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Grand Cuvee Hommage a Jacques Perrin 750mlThe 2012 Chteau de Beaucastel Hommage Jacques Perrin is one of the great icon wines of the Rhne Valley, produced only in exceptional vintages and in very limited quantities. Crafted by Chteau de Beaucastel, this grand cuve is a tribute to Jacques Perrin and represents the pinnacle of Beaucastels winemaking philosophy, blending power, complexity, and remarkable longevity. The wine is dominated by Mourvdre, sourced from Beaucastels oldest vines planted

salt crystals and ship’s rails in a high sea

lightly toasted oak

These ungrafted Grenache vines yield grapes meticulously handpicked and undergo whole-bunch fermentation in open vats

There is violet

Deep dark red colour with black shaded edges and a dark red hue

The ageing is performed in oak casks between 12 and 14 months

elegant finish that will integrate over time

The Winefront

Matured for 13 months in the Rolls-Royce of oak: Taransaud barriques (39% new)

The flavors of red berries and watermelon are complemented by a hint of minerality and a long

The future shines bright for this remarkable variety

Only the finest vats make it into the final wine