Wine Selection
Chateau Pegau Maclura 2016 (France: Rhone, Southern) (ID# 3216)
| Name | Chateau Pegau Maclura 2016 (ID# 3216) | |||
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| Varietal | Cotes du Rhone | |||
| Region | France: Rhone, Southern | |||
| Notes | "A blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Cinsault and 10% Mourvèdre, the 2016 Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Maclura was still aging in vat during my June visit. It features outstanding aromas of crushed stone, violets, cherries and raspberries, but it remains a bit tight and tart on the medium-bodied palate; more élevage certainly seems as if it will be beneficial. The wine finishes lively and long." (Wine Advocate) Drink 2020-2025. | |||
Additional Notes "A pleasant whiff of barnyard lends savory tones of earth and animal to crisp blackberry and plum flavors. It's an opulent, slightly warming wine with a plummy, voluminous mouthfeel that's vibrantly balanced by fresh acidity. The finish is moderately long, lingering on hints of sun-dried thyme, lavender and grippy tannins. Enjoy now–2025." (Wine Enthusiast) |
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| Price | $18.99 |
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| Scores | Press* | Points | Other | Gold Star |
| WA: | 90 pts | -92 points | ||
| WE: | 91 pts | Editors' Choice | ||
| Other | ABV% | Body | Oak | Bio/Natural/Org/Sus |
| 14.0 | Full | None | Organic | |
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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine