2021 Maison La Berthaude Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes 750ML

2021 Maison La Berthaude Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes 750ML

2021 Maison La Berthaude Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes 750ML The wines of Chateauneuf du Pape are noble wines of the Southern Rhone, the finest from this region. The name ‘House of the Pope’ came from the fact that the Pope found shelter here many, many years ago fleeing persecution. Today’s wine is an absolute steal, hard core Chateauneuf du Pape that I tasted over the weekend and I could not believe   when I found out what we can offer it to you for. The 2021 Maison la Berthaude Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is superb, opulent, rich concentration, classic with huge scores 93pts Decanter; 91pts Vinous and 90pts Parker’s WA, a huge savings of 32% and the price for this kind of quality is unheard of. The vines average age is over 60 years which adds to the refined richness. Xavier Rolin is the 5th generation of winemakers in his family and he is a cousin of the famous Perrin Family of Chateau Beaucastel. His family domaine is based in Chateauneuf du Pape in the district of the Berthaude, thus the name Maison la Berthaude.  I have tasted hundreds of Chateauneuf du Pape’s and for the money you cannot do better. A great wine at a tremendous price.

This particular parcel, named after the nearby village of Berthaude, features the famous galets roules, or rounded riverbed stones deposited millennia ago. This harmonious blend is sourced from vines that are between 60-100 years old. Led by silky smooth 70% Grenache, 15% robust Mourvèdre, and the balance is a blend of aromatic Cinsault and Clairette. The 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape Maison La Berthaude Vieilles Vignes is perfumed like mulled red wine, black fruits, herbes de Provence, and teriyaki beef jerky. Medium-bodied with soft, textured tannins, and a long finish, it’s no wonder these wines were deemed fit only for the Pope himself!

A classic well-made Chateauneuf du Pape with spiced cherries, mixed berries, dust and sweet spice aromas. Medium to full bodied with plush, finely grained tannins. Nice texture. Velvety and well balanced with a juicy core of fruit and a focused and vivid finish. 93pts Suckling.