Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 NO20230927 The benchmark crème de cassis

The benchmark crème de cassis

This is the vieilles vignes bottling

and the family treats their sparkling wines with the same seriousness as their still ones

Its balanced acidity and elegant tannins provide structure

In the late 1990s

Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Cuvee du Papet 2016 NO20230927 The benchmark crème de cassisHistory runs deep herethis estate traces its roots to 1547, and since 1990, the Cuve du Papet has represented its pinnacle. A blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, and 15% Mourvdre from prime Chteauneuf lieux dits, aged mostly in large foudre. Black cherry and mulberry meld with dried porcini and wild game notes, supported by firm, gripping tannins and fresh acidity. Classic Chteauneuf du Pape tradition.