M. CHAPOUTIER Chateauneuf-Du-Pape "Barbe Rac" 2012 Cascina Fontana of which Brut Nature Without

of which Brut Nature Without Sulphur cuve is the culmination

the nose is exhilarating with explosive violet

Tasting notes: At 40 years

the vineyards were turned over to fully organic (certified in 2004) and bio-dynamic culture

5ha of vineyards planted in approximately 85% Pinot Noir and 15% Chardonnay

M. CHAPOUTIER Chateauneuf-Du-Pape "Barbe Rac" 2012 Cascina Fontana of which Brut Nature WithoutWine Region: Rhone Valley France Grape: Grenache Tasting notes: The colour is intense garnet. The wine has notes of herbacy, spices (liquorice), chocolate, fruits (strawberry). The palate is ample, fleshy, hot and round. It has an outstanding density with an impressive length. About the winery: Michel is a seventh generation Chapoutier winemaker at Tain L'Hermitage, having acquired the family estate in 1990. Michel earned a reputation for producing