Reviews & Ratings

2012 Chateau Sixtine French - Rhone (Red Blend) "Chateauneuf du Pape"

Winery: Chateau Sixtine

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Chateauneuf du Pape"

Wine Category: French - Rhone (Red Blend)

Grape blend: 40% Grenache, 35% Mourvedre, & 25% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chateauneuf du Pape

State or country: France

Price: $59

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 92 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: April 12, 2014

Wine Review: This pitch black Chateauneuf du Pape opens with a mild blackberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, slightly acidic and coats the mouth nicely. The flavor profile is blackberry with notes of black licorice and black pepper. The finish is very dry and its substantial tannins are a bit distracting at the moment. Mark and I think it needs a little time to settle down. If you can't resist, decant this wine for a while in the near term and serve it with a well-marbled steak. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

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