Chapoutier Châteauneuf-du-Pape Croix de Bois 2021 Bottle size: 750ml
France, Rhône
R1,200
‘Another star of the vintage, Chapoutier's 2021 Chateauneuf du Pape Croix de Bois features attractive scents of crushed stone, dried herbs, fresh cherries and red raspberries. It's medium to full-bodied, with a silky mouthfeel and nicely concentrated fruit. It comes across as elegant and long, not overly extracted or tannic. 2023-2035’ – Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate, 94/100
‘A single varietal Grenache vinified from biodynamically certified grapes, the 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Croix de Bois aged for 14 to 16 months in stainless steel tanks. The result is a vivid red wafting from the glass with aromas of cooked red and black fruits, abundant exotic spices, crème de cassis and a pinch of white pepper. Full-bodied, rich and layered, it is framed by velvety tannins, flawlessly balanced by lively acidity and closes with a long-lasting finish. 2025-2045’ – Nicholas Greinacher, Vinous, 92-94/100
<>br> ‘Bright, transparent raspberry red. Sweet red-cherry fruit and some tannin and definite alcohol but not one of the most concentrated Châteauneufs… Quite juicy but definitely not ethereal like new-wave Grenaches! Needs time. 2028-2036.’ – Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com, 16.5/20
‘A single varietal Grenache vinified from biodynamically certified grapes, the 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Croix de Bois aged for 14 to 16 months in stainless steel tanks. The result is a vivid red wafting from the glass with aromas of cooked red and black fruits, abundant exotic spices, crème de cassis and a pinch of white pepper. Full-bodied, rich and layered, it is framed by velvety tannins, flawlessly balanced by lively acidity and closes with a long-lasting finish. 2025-2045’ – Nicholas Greinacher, Vinous, 92-94/100
<>br> ‘Bright, transparent raspberry red. Sweet red-cherry fruit and some tannin and definite alcohol but not one of the most concentrated Châteauneufs… Quite juicy but definitely not ethereal like new-wave Grenaches! Needs time. 2028-2036.’ – Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com, 16.5/20
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Michel Chapoutier |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Body | Medium to full-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Grenache |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Grenache |
| Rating | WA 94 |
| Producer information | Michel Chapoutier is the ultimate overachiever. Not only do his thrilling single-vineyard wines set the benchmark for the entire Rhône Valley, but he also produces some of the best value wines on the planet. With a 200-year history, wines from all corners of the Rhône and supreme quality throughout, Michel Chapoutier is the king of the Rhône Valley. Organic and biodynamic farming principles, together with traditional winemaking in top appellations, produce structured wines with long ageing potential. The wines tend to be generous, but each one speaks of its terroir and shows immaculate balance. |
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