Jean Royer, Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee Prestige 2011 Barbaresco with sappy dark fruit and

with sappy dark fruit and espresso flavors

anise and spice on the palate

There was a concerning note from a 2008 Barolo horizontal on this wine that prompted me to open it

lots of glycerin (nearly 16% natural alcohol) and copious black cherry

10/30/2020

Jean Royer, Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee Prestige 2011 Barbaresco with sappy dark fruit and94 CellarTracker Drinking beautifully right now! No indication of its age on the rim or on the nose in spite of the critics. Decanted to facilitate opening. Found no solids after pouring out a few glasses. Really nice rich red fruit flavors and spice. Needs to open a good bit more to fully assess the complexity. After two small glasses the complexity showed up. This is a wonderful wine and a bargain of sorts. 12 28 2021 92 Vinous Bright ruby. Vibrant