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95 Points
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94 Points
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93 Points
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16 Points
La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée des Cadettes 2018 combines 65% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, and 10% Syrah, aged in old oak for 14 to 16 months, highlighting its elegance and depth.
With impressive scores of 95 points from Vinous and 94 points from Robert Parker, this vintage is celebrated for its concentration, complexity, and potential for aging.
This wine delivers a bouquet of wild blackberries, ripe cherry, vanilla, and dried flowers, with lush, jammy fruit flavors, sweet spices, and a long, smoky finish
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Description
La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée des Cadettes 2018 is a striking representation of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, showcasing a deep purple hue and an aromatic profile rich in wild blackberries, ripe cherry, and subtle notes of vanilla and dried flowers. The blend of 65% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, and 10% Syrah is fermented traditionally and aged in old oak for 14 to 16 months, resulting in a wine of remarkable concentration and complexity.
On the palate, the wine is both opulent and balanced, featuring jammy red fruit flavors complemented by sweet spices like cinnamon and menthol, with a hint of smokiness. The finish is notably long, supported by solid, well-integrated tannins, making this vintage suitable for aging. Praised by critics, including a 95-point rating from Vinous, the Cuvée des Cadettes 2018 embodies the power and finesse of its unique terroir, offering both immediate enjoyment and excellent cellaring potential.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blackberry, Cherry, Vanilla
Palate:Cinnamon, Red Fruits, Smoky
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
Description
La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée des Cadettes 2018 is a striking representation of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, showcasing a deep purple hue and an aromatic profile rich in wild blackberries, ripe cherry, and subtle notes of vanilla and dried flowers. The blend of 65% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, and 10% Syrah is fermented traditionally and aged in old oak for 14 to 16 months, resulting in a wine of remarkable concentration and complexity.
On the palate, the wine is both opulent and balanced, featuring jammy red fruit flavors complemented by sweet spices like cinnamon and menthol, with a hint of smokiness. The finish is notably long, supported by solid, well-integrated tannins, making this vintage suitable for aging. Praised by critics, including a 95-point rating from Vinous, the Cuvée des Cadettes 2018 embodies the power and finesse of its unique terroir, offering both immediate enjoyment and excellent cellaring potential.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blackberry, Cherry, Vanilla
Palate:
Cinnamon, Red Fruits, Smoky
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blackberry, Cherry, Vanilla
Cinnamon, Red Fruits, Smoky
Game
Pork
Red Meat