2015 Mas de Boislauzon Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee du Quet (was $99.99) (has label damage

Although the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee du Quet is an attempt at a more serious wine, I actually preferred the more elegant regular cuvée. The blend here is 80% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, and the wine offers bright cherries and stone fruit upfront, followed by a creamy-supple mouthfeel that shows ample concentration. This full-bodied wine grows in intensity on the finish (always a good sign), turning velvety but also adding just a touch of alcoholic warmth. Review Date: October 2017

(aged in concrete tanks for the Grenache and barriques for the Mourvèdre) Deep ruby. Heady, smoke-accented aromas of black and blue fruits, incense and potpourri gain vivacity from a zesty mineral flourish. Densely packed black raspberry and blueberry flavors open up and turn spicier with air. Shows a suave blend of richness and finesse, offering outstanding focus and tenacity, subtle tannic grip and no excess fat. Review Date: March 2017