Georges Lelektsoglou / Compagnie de l'Hermitage Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Lieu-dit Pignan

I am a notorious CdP hater, but as my palate and mind deteriorate with age I find myself having room for them maybe once or twice a year. I'd have them even more often than that if more were like this! There is definitely something legit Rayas-like about this. Like *good* Rayas - I've had pretty lousy Rayas too, and this is way better than those. It is quite dense and ripe but just to the point of giving it …

100% Grenache from a centenarian parcel in lieu-dit Pignan. Made with purchased fruit. 15% alcohol. Youthful and quite translucent ruby-red color. The nose feels heady, somewhat spicy and a bit spirituous with aromas of meaty character and somewhat peppery spice, some strawberry tones, a little bit of darker-toned bilberry character, light floral nuances, a hint of raspberry jam and a touch of boozy alcohol. The wine feels rich, juicy and rather sweet-toned on the palate with a full body and …