the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee da Capo is sheer perfection in a glass

anise and clove plus discreet mineral nuances that are set off by enough wood to warrant mentioning

It’s rare that a Clos St

There is a touch of dryness in the endnote

Monvigliero is fifth most identified vineyard designate in Barolo after Cannubi

Chiara Boschis (Pira), Barolo Cannubi Vintage:2004 the 2010 Chateauneuf du PapeDeep, bright ruby red. Sweet, spicy aromas of redcurrant and plum. Still rather closed in the mouth following the recent bottling, but the plummy fruit and spicy wood appear to be nicely integrated, with the result that the wine is not at all overly oaky. Rather silky texture. Finishes with big, ripe tannins that spread out to coat the palate. Stephen Tanzer