Today's Wine Review
2022 M. Chapoutier French - Rhone (Red Blend) "Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine"
Winery: M. Chapoutier
Vintage: 2022
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine"
Wine Category: French - Rhone (Red Blend)
Grape blend: Majority of Grenache with Syrah & Mourvèdre.
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Chateauneuf du Pape
State or country: France
Price: $61
Cases produced: 600
KWG Score: 92.3 (based on 5 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92.5)
Review date: November 27, 2025
Wine Review: This slightly hazy dark cherry colored Châteauneuf-du-Pape from M. Chapoutier opens with a mild black cherry and gentle black currant bouquet with hints of black currant. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, gentle, and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a baking spice, black cherry, and stone dust blend with notes of stewed plum and smoky oak. I also detected hints of black pepper, red licorice, and tobacco. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and fine tannins fade away nicely. I would pair this food friendly CDP with a grilled veal chop. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: Appearance: Intense crimson-red.
Nose: Complex and subtle, black currant and plum followed by roasted coffee and cinnamon, and morello cherry.
Palate: Opening into spicy (licorice) and fruity aromas.
Recommended Food Pairing: Veal chuck and confit zucchini.
Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell M. Chapoutier 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine.
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