stunningly complex

A vague whiff of exotic fruit is present on the mostly white orchard fruit aromas that are trimmed in perceptible if still reasonably subtle wood influence

A medium ruby hue

This wine offers an impeccable balance between nose and mouth

An extremely fresh nose offers up notes of both red and dark currant

Saint Prefert, Chateauneuf Du Pape Reserve Auguste Favier Vintage:2012 stunningly complexVibrant and captivating, with exuberant fruitcake, cinnamon and black tea aromas leading the way for a fleshy core of raspberry pte de fruit, plum sauce and cassis, all allied to a lovely velvety texture. Maintains intensity through the finish, showing a long echo of pastis. Best from 2020 through 2040. 1,300 cases made. JM