Roquète and Roll. It’s 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre from vines that are around 45 years old. Aged in concrete vats, then foudres for a total of 22 months.
It’s CDP for the masses. Beaming aromas, silky palate and laidback tannins. A nose of blood plum, black licorice and smoky mezcal. The Grenache sings loud, and Syrah and Mourvèdre provide a smoky, meaty edge. A wine that’s only medium bodied, but has all the concentration of flavour that you could possibly ask for. Sandy mineral interlaced with black cherry and licorice, as well as unobtrusive, tightly knit tannins. Elegance, power and a bold, striking nature. At 14.5% alcohol, it’s certainly not a massive CDP.
Needs big food – aged hard cheese or rich red meat dishes. Whilst it should continue to age brilliantly, you can easily enjoy it now if you want. I know I did.
Excellent – Outstanding / 94 points
Closure: Cork
Source: Retail
Price: $100
Sealed With Wax 