Clos Saint-Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape Sanctus Sanctorum, Rhone, France 2018 1.5L

Clos Saint-Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape Sanctus Sanctorum, Rhone, France 2018 1.5L
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Clos Saint-Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape Sanctus Sanctorum, Rhone, France 2018 1.5L

2018 Magnum (1.5L)
Regular price $ 428.99
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The tiny production 2018 Châteauneuf du Pape Sanctus Sanctorum comes from a single parcel in the famed La Crau lieu-dit and is brought up in demi-muids. Released only in magnum, it’s consistently been one of the most singular, brilliant expressions of Grenache in any vintage it’s been produced. The 2018 isn’t going to break that trend yet it checks in behind some of the greats such as the 2007, 2010, 2016, and 2017. Revealing a translucent ruby hue as well as a glorious bouquet of kirsch liqueur, ground pepper, cured meats, candle wax, garrigue, and Provençal spice, this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness as well as a seamless, Grand Cru Burgundy like mouthfeel that carries sensational richness yet so sense of heaviness or weight. With no hard edges, beautiful tannins, flawless balance, and a great, great finish, it’s going to drink beautifully over the coming 15 years or more.

96 Pts Jeb Dunnuck

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Characteristics
Red Wine
Rich and Intense
Pairs well with
Lamb
Wine Critic Scores
96 Jeb Dunnuck
95 Robert Parker The Wine Advocate