Brotte 'Les Hauts de Barville' Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone, France 2017 Umbria Dense tannins add grip as

Dense tannins add grip as this turns more compact on the finish

Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

A pretty hint of mint lingers on the close

and that's assuming it doesn't close down over the next few years

Roses and lavender with other flowers

Brotte 'Les Hauts de Barville' Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone, France 2017 Umbria Dense tannins add grip asPotent blackberry and raspberry preserves are edged by a balsamic glaze in this languid red. It's a succulent, densely concentrated wine, but poised with fresh acidity and a nervy, mineral finish. The tannins are fine and quite glossy. Drink now2027. 93 Pts Wine Enthusiast Editor's Choice