Pegau Chateauneuf du Pape 1999

Red, rust rim.

Blood/iron, dried herbs (oregano?), vivid cinnamon stick, and cherry jam on the nose. There's other stuff too, but I can't figure it out yet. Definitely get the sense that there are aromatic "layers" to this wine. Thrilling, actually.

Spicy herb/garrigue action in the mouth, savory and smooth. Very harmonious and concentrated, nothing excessive. Tannin hits relatively late, providing real finishing chew. Long iron and herb finish.

The best '99 CdP I've had in some time.


Day 5 - Still singing. Now showing cherry jam and a spicy ketchup note that I often get from Las Rocas Old Vine Garnacha.

$40