{"product_id":"2003-clos-des-papes-chateauneuf","title":"Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2003","description":"Wine Advocate:The final blend for the 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape (a great success, and possibly the finest wine made here since the monumental 1990 and 1978) is 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah, and the rest Counoise and Muscardin. Its dense ruby\/purple color is matched by an extraordinary perfume of black raspberries, kirsch, blackberries, licorice, incense, and Chinese black tea. There is tremendous intensity on the attack, full body, loads of glycerin, and abundant but sweet tannin. With magnificent purity, richness, and generosity, yet fine delineation, this brilliant effort will be ready to drink in 3-4 years, and should last for two decades. Kudos to Vincent Avril for the finest wine he has made in his young, but promising career. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParker 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep red color. Positively explosive aromas of fresh cherry, redcurrant, blackberry and candied licorice (\"the most kirsch I've ever found in a wine,\" says Avril). Huge and mouthfilling, with serious weight but also excellent purity to the lush, powerful fruit. Deeply pitched dark chocolate and espresso add even more heft to the flavors, and roasted herbs contribute lift. For all of these elements, the wine is elegant, finishing with outstanding energy and focus. Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Jan\/Feb 06 \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e94 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Vins Rare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46037254766831,"sku":"1114","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/7140\/9135\/files\/closdespapes_cdp2016-LBL_98d502aa-0d16-4b42-b8df-b2977e2c585e.png?v=1772598395","url":"https:\/\/vinsrare.com\/products\/2003-clos-des-papes-chateauneuf","provider":"Vins Rare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}