Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape red 2017

Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2017 is an outstanding vintage from one of the appellation’s most iconic estates. Beaucastel is renowned for its attachment to the traditional grape varieties of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and particularly for the important role of Mourvèdre, which contributes depth, structure and remarkable ageing potential. The low-yielding 2017 vintage produced a concentrated and powerful wine while retaining the balance and complexity that define great Beaucastel. Awarded 95 points by Jeb Dunnuck, it combines dark fruit, Provençal herbs, spice and savoury nuances within a full-bodied and structured palate. With several years of bottle age, the wine is now beginning to develop fascinating tertiary complexity while retaining plenty of fruit and structure for further ageing.