2015 Chateauneuf du Pape
By Clos Des Papes
2015 Chateauneuf du Pape from Clos Des Papes, Rhone
The 2015 vintage of Chateauneuf du Pape by Clos Des Papes stands as a testament to the unique interplay between passion, terroir, and meteorological generosity in the sun-kissed south of France's Rhone region. This exquisite offering is poised to carve out an indelible niche in the palates of discerning wine investors and collectors worldwide.
A symphony of Rhone's finest
Epitomising the singular expression of an exceptional vintage, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape carries a stately demeanor, much like a symphony performed by nature itself. A sonorous blend of locally grown Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, this vintage provides a refreshed appreciation and profound understanding of Rhone's flowery expanses.
Unfolding on the palate with an almost languid gracefulness, there is an array of dark cherry and ripe plum flavors intertwined with delicate undertones of spicy white pepper, fennel and garrigue. An exploration further reveals tactile layers of velvety tannins leading to a long, resonating finish that testifies to the promise this vintage holds for astute wine investors.
A beacon year, a brilliant wine
In 2015, the sun shone with abandon upon Rhone's rocky vineyards. This created a favourable environment for grape maturation. It was this combination of impeccable weather conditions and expert winemaking that birthed the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape - a sublime testament to that generous year.
With tannins mellowing beautifully with age and its fruit-forward profile evolving, gaining depth and complexity, this 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape from Clos des Papes is only getting better with each passing year. Its undeniable investment potential proves once again that great wines are not simply drunk; they are experienced, cherished and accrue value over time.
The 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape from Clos Des Papes - a confluence of sun-soaked splendour and craft, destined to delight the discerning palate and embellish the savvy investor's cellar.
Market price (HKD)
HK$6,930.00
12x75cl
Highest score
97
POP score
42.35
Scores and tasting notes
Bottled in May, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape is a floral, elegant, unbelievably complex wine. Roses and violets, cherries and stone fruit, cinnamon and allspice and more are carried across the full-bodied yet almost weightless palate, finishing in a swirl of silky tannins and lingering spice. Drink it over the next two decades.
Joe Czerwinski - The Wine Advocate, 31 October 2017