Marcoux, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vv other_regions_italy A more deeply pitched nose

A more deeply pitched nose offers up layered aromas of poached plum

highly perfumed with crushed violets infusing the blackberry and crushed strawberry scented

married Jean-Denis Vacheron

This isn’t as refined as the Reignots but it’s every bit as complex

indeed the word Zen describes the gorgeously well-balanced finish

Marcoux, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vv other_regions_italy A more deeply pitched noseTasted from magnum at the domaine, the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is among the top few wines of this maligned vintage. Despite being one of the most alcoholic years ever recorded at the estate, there's no trace of heat, just a magical mix of ripe cherries and garrigue on the nose, plus a wonderfully supple, silky mouthfeel and a minutes long finish. While I would recommend drinking this wine over the next few years from 750 milliliter