13 varietals all in one Châteauneuf-du-Pape…
Name: Domaine Mathieu Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Vintage: 2012
Producer: Domaine Mathieu
Region/Country: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Grape Varietal(s): To the best of our knowledge, the varietals consist of Grenache (85%), Mourvèdre (5%), Syrah (3%), and 10 others (7%)
Consumed: Atelier Restaurant in Ottawa
Recommended By: The restaurant sommelier, Gabriel
Cost: Unknown
Bottle Presentation: Classic, non-descript label, typical of many French wines
Appearance: Dark ruby red
Nose: Black licorice, herbs, leather
Taste: Spices, herbs, and alcohol
Finish: Long, earthy, with some sweetness
Overall Impression: A big, bold wine requiring a flavourful, hearty dish. As with many young wines from this region, this one appears to need a few years to mellow and round.
Rating (from 70 to 100): 83/100
Value: n/a