Domaine La Barroche Chateauneuf du Pape Pure 2010

Knowing that this cuvee always seems to show even better after a year or two in bottle, it is safe to say that the 2010 Domaine la Barroche Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Pure is monumental Châteauneuf-du-Pape that represents the essence of Grenache! A blend of 100% Grenache that comes from sandy soils, it delivers a thrilling array of kirsch liqueur, spring flowers, saddle leather, pepper, and massive crushed stone and gunpowder-like nuances that come through with additional airtime. Very structured on the palate, with a vivacious, energetic texture, this full-bodied beauty has layers of fruit and texture, awesome freshness, and a blockbuster finish. Give bottles a year or two, and then drink over the following 20 years.