2016 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Hommage A Jacques Perrin

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 100 JS 100 JD 100 JL 100 WA 99 WS 97
DC 100

Decanter, December 2019

Beautifully fresh, lifted and disarming on the nose, you react with a smile without thinking, like with so many of the best 2016s. At this stage there's liquorice, a little black pepper and some floral overtones alongside...
JS 100

jamessuckling.com, August 2018

A more savory, moody, strong expression. Deeply rich nose with minerals, flowers, wild herbs, tar, toasted spices and pepper. The dark berries have a smoky edge. Minerally edge, too, thanks to the 60 per cent mourvèdre...
JD 100

jebdunnuck.com, August 2018

The flagship is the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Hommage A Jacques Perrin, 75% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah, 10% Grenache, and the rest Counoise, brought up all in foudre. Blueberries, Peking duck, new saddle leather, black...
JL 100

TheWineCellarInsider.com, September 2018

Extremely dark ruby in color, the wine is incredibly refined. It offers a combination of power, richness, depth, intensity and freshness. The wine is palate staining, mouth filling, spicy and fresh. There are no hard...
WA 99

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, September 2018

99+ Tasted three weeks after bottling, I couldn't quite bring myself to give the elusive three-digit score to this admittedly super wine. Perhaps once the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Hommage à Jacques Perrin has been in...
WS 97

Wine Spectator, November 2019

This delivers a torrent of lively raspberry pâte de fruit and plum reduction notes, infused liberally with anise, fruitcake and black tea nuances. Ripe and dense, yet lively, defined and fresh in feel, coursing over...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country France
Region Rhone
Sub-region Southern Rhone
Appellation Chateauneuf du Pape
Vintage 2016
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

Introducing the remarkable 2016 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Hommage A Jacques Perrin, a red wine of extraordinary character and depth. Hailing from the renowned Chateauneuf du Pape appellation in the Southern Rhone region of France, this wine is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the esteemed producer, Chateau de Beaucastel.

In the glass, this wine reveals a deep, enticing crimson hue that hints at the complexity within. The nose is a revelation, offering a myriad of alluring aromas. Savory notes of minerals, flowers, wild herbs, tar, toasted spices, and pepper dance together in perfect harmony. The dark berries on the nose have a captivating smoky edge, adding depth and intrigue. This complexity is owed in part to the 60 percent mourvèdre that contributes a distinct minerality to the wine.

On the palate, the 2016 Chateau de Beaucastel Hommage A Jacques Perrin exudes elegance and finesse. The glossy, ripe tannins envelop the senses like sheets, providing a velvety texture that is utterly captivating. Deep-set, dark plums and blueberries dominate the palate, leaving a lasting impression. The noble tannins add structure and ensure this wine's age-worthiness, promising years of enjoyment for those patient enough to cellar it.

Renowned wine critics have showered this wine with praise. James Suckling awards it a perfect 100-point score, describing it as a "more savory, moody, strong expression" with a "deeply rich nose" and "age-worthy" noble tannins. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also praises the wine, awarding it 99+ points and highlighting its profoundness, creamy texture, and layers of rich, plummy fruit. Jeb Dunnuck bestows a perfect 100-point score, calling it a "heavenly, perfect wine" that will age gracefully for 30-50 years. Wine Spectator awards it 97 points, noting its lively fruit, defined structure, and fresh finish. Decanter also gives it a perfect 100-point score, praising its freshness, concentration, and perfectly balanced nature. Jeff Leve, from TheWineCellarInsider.com, hails it as the best vintage of Hommage Perrin ever produced, emphasizing its power, richness, depth, intensity, and freshness.

This 2016 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Hommage A Jacques Perrin is a wine of unparalleled excellence. With its exceptional complexity, refined tannins, and remarkable aging potential, it is a true masterpiece that will continue to captivate and delight for years to come.