91
points
Domaine de la Charbonnière 2003 Cuvée Mourre de Perdrix Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
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$30
This intense, sweet, jammy wine comes from 50-year-old vines on the Mourre de Perdrix plateau above the village of Courthezon. Hugely rich, high in alcohol, it is akin to drinking Port, with its smooth, dry tannins and peppery aftertaste. Imported by Kermit Lynch.
— R.V.
(12/31/2005)
88
points
Domaine de la Charbonnière 2003 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
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$36
Ancient vines on the plateau of La Crau give a wine which is relatively soft, almost smooth in character, despite the dry tannins hiding in the background. This will develop more in the way of intense flavors, but it seems it will always be quite a subdued wine. Imported by Kermit Lynch.
— R.V.
(12/31/2005)
84
points
Domaine de la Charbonnière 2004 Red (Vacqueyras)
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$19
A respectable effort from an estate better known for its Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Some sulfur notes give way to dark fruit and coffee flavors. Drink now.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)