Maison du Midi - Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2023 (750ml) Auxerrois"The 2023 Chteauneuf du Pape comes from the Brotte family (where the fruit is sourced) and is 90% Grenache and 5% each Syrah and Mourvdre. Already bottled, it has a juicy, upfront, undeniably delicious style that brings both red and black fruits, some peppery, herbes de Provence like nuances, medium to full body, and an upfront, ready to go style." Jeb Dunnuck (Importer Highlight: Fran Kysela ; July 2024), 91 pts Maison du Midi Chateauneuf du Pape is
The story of Silver Oak began in the 1970s with two friends
tree-ripened Santa Rosa plum
Most of the fruit comes from the famous grand cru vineyard site Würzgarten (spice garden) in the town of Ürzig
After harvesting the grapes are destemmed and undergo a pre-crush cold maceration for several hours
- Josh Raynolds"
60% malolactic fermentation adds nice viscosity
On the nose this wine shows medium intensity
mulled açai berry and warmed fig fruit showing impressive range
full-bodied with balancing gentle acidity
yellow apples and a suggestion of white flowers
94 Points Brix26: "The 2019 'Going For Broke' is bursting with freshness and ripe berry fruit
Very complex nose
