Antoine Ogier Châteauneuf-du-Pape Bois de Pied Redal

Would never have picked this out as a CdP blind. Sorry to say this is simply not in the category of so many other wines from this region.

An organic Châteauneuf-du-Pape made with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsaut sourced from the Pied Redal vineyard. Tasted blind in VV. Youthful, moderately translucent ruby red color with a luminous raspberry hue. The nose is ripe and somewhat restrained with brooding, youthful aromas of ripe blackberries, juicy black raspberries, some toasty oak tones, a little bit of dried cherries and a hint of almost jammy strawberry. The wine is ripe, round and very soft on the palate with rather sweet-toned flavors …

Produced from Grenache, blended with Syrah and Mouvedre, the wine is elegant, soft, fresh, medium bodied, forward and spicy with a finish loaded with juicy, sweet, kirsch.

Deep ruby red colour. Dark berries, oak and spices on the nose. Taste of red berries, dark berries, oak and spices. Good acidity and a structured finish with hints of spices. Value for money compared to other Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Goes well with lamb and grilled meat.