99 points and 'Top 50 Red Wine of 2018 (#19),' Jeb Dunnuck: "Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! Drink: 2019-2041. (8/28/18)"
96 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "The terrific 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Chaupin has lived up to my expectations from last year's visit. It's 100% Grenache, includes some parcels planted back in 1912, and half was vinified with stems. From sandy sites, it showcases the ability of Grenache to ripen fully yet retain a sense of elegance and lightness. It's full-bodied and velvety but also vibrant, with black cherry fruit and hints of chocolate balanced by incredibly silky tannins and freshness on the finish. Really impressive stuff. Drink: 2018-2035. (Aug 2018)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "[$85 list] Delightful plum, raspberry and blackberry compote flavors form the core, with racy, graphite-edged structure running underneath. Dark anise and tobacco notes check in throughout. The long finish lets the fruit linger. Best from 2020 through 2034. 500 cases imported. (10/15/18)"
95 points James Suckling: "This is a profound expression of grenache with brambly, red fruit wrapped in wild herbs and flowers. Fresh, yet deeply ripe and expressive. The really succulent, deep and fresh tannins are a feature. Power with elegance! Brilliant. Pure grenache on sandy soil, from three parcels of vines, aged between 80 and 100 years. Drink in 2020. (8/29/18)"
17.5/20 points Jancis Robinson: "100% Grenache. Cask sample. Smoky oak notes on the nose, and just enough fruit power to give balance on the palate. High tannin giving a chalky mouthfeel, and lots of dense fruit on the finish. Alcohol 14%. Drink: 2020-2040. Date tasted: 10 Oct 2017. (11/23/17)"
96 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "The terrific 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Chaupin has lived up to my expectations from last year's visit. It's 100% Grenache, includes some parcels planted back in 1912, and half was vinified with stems. From sandy sites, it showcases the ability of Grenache to ripen fully yet retain a sense of elegance and lightness. It's full-bodied and velvety but also vibrant, with black cherry fruit and hints of chocolate balanced by incredibly silky tannins and freshness on the finish. Really impressive stuff. Drink: 2018-2035. (Aug 2018)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "[$85 list] Delightful plum, raspberry and blackberry compote flavors form the core, with racy, graphite-edged structure running underneath. Dark anise and tobacco notes check in throughout. The long finish lets the fruit linger. Best from 2020 through 2034. 500 cases imported. (10/15/18)"
95 points James Suckling: "This is a profound expression of grenache with brambly, red fruit wrapped in wild herbs and flowers. Fresh, yet deeply ripe and expressive. The really succulent, deep and fresh tannins are a feature. Power with elegance! Brilliant. Pure grenache on sandy soil, from three parcels of vines, aged between 80 and 100 years. Drink in 2020. (8/29/18)"
17.5/20 points Jancis Robinson: "100% Grenache. Cask sample. Smoky oak notes on the nose, and just enough fruit power to give balance on the palate. High tannin giving a chalky mouthfeel, and lots of dense fruit on the finish. Alcohol 14%. Drink: 2020-2040. Date tasted: 10 Oct 2017. (11/23/17)"
| Product SKU | 332825 |
| Producer | Janasse |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhône |
| SubRegion | Southern Rhône |
| Appellation | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
| Varietal | Grenache/Garnacha |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 100% Grenache |
| ABV | 15.0% |
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