2013 Domaine de la Charbonniere Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Mourre des Perdrix [WS92][V91][WA91] Melon de Bourgogne star anise and Tasmanian pepperberry

star anise and Tasmanian pepperberry leaf add a bold hit of Asian spice

and watermelon extend into lively flavors of nectarine

I tasted it in the middle of the range after many of the single-vineyard Champagnes

and each time there’s something new

"Bright and dark simultaneously

2013 Domaine de la Charbonniere Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Mourre des Perdrix [WS92][V91][WA91] Melon de Bourgogne star anise and Tasmanian pepperberryProducer: Domaine de la Charbonniere Region: Chateauneuf du Pape, Rhone, France Blend: 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 15% Mourvedre Year: 2013 Wine Spectator, 92 Points "A silky, fruit driven style, with a beam of raspberry and kirsch flavors, framed by subtle iron, sandalwood and shiso leaf hints on the edges. Stylish without sacrificing length or cut. Best from 2016 through 2023. 250 cases imported." Vinous, 91 Points "Bright ruby. An expansive bouquet