Chateauneuf-du-Pape Clos du Calvaire 2021 1500mlThe nose is precise and focused, offering red fruits and dark berries, complemented by traditional garrigue herbs, black pepper, and subtle earthy notes. The aromatic profile shows good clarity and definition, characteristic of the 2021 vintage conditions. On the palate, the wine displays elegance and balance rather than power. The texture is refined, with well integrated tannins providing subtle structure. The cooler vintage brings particular

Full-bodied and packed with ripe

The fruit carries through nicely

The texture is crystalline and detailed

medium to full body

Just a few sporadic showers

Residual malolactic aromas can still be found on the lemon-suffused pear and apple scents

It's of course possible that this will continue to improve before it's bottled but at present it's not really distinguished

it will be even better with some bottle age

youthfully austere and reasonably long finish

The finish is persistent and mineral-driven

this is a beautiful Brut Premier that will age in style

where the Hospices de Beaune are particularly fortunate in their extensive holdings of the Corton Bressandes