Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2008 Excels and Rates A Major From Wine On Line

Pasternak Wine Imports, (PWI) a leading national importer of fine wines from
around the world is the sole U.S. Agent and Importers for Château La Nerthe, from Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Château La Nerthe has a rich heritage dating back to 1560 and is recognized as a benchmark producer from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region. 225 acres of organically certified old vine vineyards ring the graceful grand château which creates wines that express the unique terroir and delivers unparalleled elegance. Chateau La Nerthe is
owned and managed by the renowned Richard family, involved in wine making and wine distribution since 1892.Château La Nerthe is one of Chateauneuf’s oldest estates and a benchmark producer of the region. Located in the heart of the AOC, the 225 acres of Château La Nerthe’s vineyards are locates in a single block around the chateau and have been certified organic since 1998. The classic chateauneuf terroir of the famous galettes (large, round stones) dominate the on average 40 year old vineyards.

Rhone Red Blends from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France Deep ruby color with a purple rim. A wonderful, expressive nose where ripe black and red fruits (cherry & black currant) combine with spices. Full- bodied with gorgeous, silky tannins, a balanced palate and a particularly long finished where notes of dates add an extra layer of complexity. alcohol by volume: 14.5%

A deep red with profound purple hints. Intense aromas with rich ripe fruits undertones, spices and various black colored berries soaked in alcohol. Well balanced on the palate with expressive hints of fig, cocoa and leather. The finish is long, complex and we note a great finesse of tanins.

Grape Varieties: Grenache 43 %, Syrah 36 %, Mourvèdre 21 %
Finished Alcohol: 14.5%
Acidity/pH: 3.65
Residual Sugar: 2
SRP: $59

 

Outstanding Chateauneuf-du-Pape and worth every Euro. Delicious with game, beef, cheese or assertive seafood.

 

 

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