Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Vintage:2010 orchard fruit and spring flowers

orchard fruit and spring flowers add up to a lively

and this recently disgorged rendition has really benefited from the additional time sur lattes

candied fruit

with some earthy undercurrents and the barest hint of warmth on the finish

offering loads of perfume and powerful fruit in a seamless

Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Vintage:2010 orchard fruit and spring flowersVery oaky, modern style of Chateauneuf du Pape that inspire discussion between modernists and traditionalists. The wine has a lot of depth, fat textures, richness and ripe fruits and a real lush sensation. If the oaky, espresso notes integrate the score should go up. If they persist, my score would drop as I do not really like too much oak in Grenache driven wines.