Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 silky tannins frame a finish

silky tannins frame a finish of exceptional elegance and pedigree

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

with ample

This is another outstanding value Bordeaux wine from 2009 made with the help of Stephane Derenoncourt and his able team

Tardieu-Laurent, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vv Vintage:2003 silky tannins frame a finishDespite 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.