Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions_australia More hedonistic and voluptuous than

More hedonistic and voluptuous than the 2010

The 2008 Block 2 Chardonnay is more open at the moment revealing pronounced notes of meal and struck match with some apricots and lemon curd

(from two parcels of vines totaling

Good stuff for its level that is moderately firm and built for mid-term cellaring

Give this sexy Shiraz another 2-3 years in bottle and drink it over the next 25+ years

Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions_australia More hedonistic and voluptuous thanThis was my debut tasting of the 500 case cuvee of 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse Temps (from a vineyard near the renowned Chateau Beaucastel). A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre aged completely in neutral wood foudres, its dense purple color is followed by aromas of roasted meats, saddle leather, animal fur, blackberries, and cherry liqueur. Rich, structured, and full bodied, it may be controversial as there is an element of brett in the