Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 "We kept our foot on

"We kept our foot on the gas in terms of extraction

silky tannins frame a finish of exceptional elegance and pedigree

the vine ages run from 18 to 75+ years of age)

late-growing seasons

the Cappella is the most accessible and open-knit of the Abreu 2013s

Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 "We kept our foot onDespite the modern elevage that the 2003 Tardieu Laurent Chteauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes receives, this seemed decidedly old world with a spicy, garrigue laced character. With air, subtle saddle leather, licorice and gobs of sweet cherry fruit come out to play and this displays great balance, medium to full body, nice texture and a long finish. I was more than a little impressed by this wine.