There is even better mid-palate density
The bouquet offers a large quota of cured beat
Tasted at the domain in September 2020
spicy wine without the depth of the splendid 2001
and it seems like the longer cycle and the slow ripening burned some acidity
Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Marquis Tonneaux Brut Zero There is even better mid-palateDense and structured, the 2001 Patrick Lesec Chteauneuf du Pape Marquis Tonneaux is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Mourvdre. Showing deep black cherry and mineral laced dark fruits intermixed with licorice, wild herbs, pepper, the wine is medium to full bodied with a firm, structured core, beautifully ripe fruit, good acidity, and a long, grippy, focused finish. While still in need of another 2 to 4 years for prime drinking, I love the structure and