Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions_australia the 165ème isn't as powerful

the 165ème isn't as powerful or fleshy as the 167ème Édition

fresh and distinctly cool nose displays an elegant mélange of dark cherry

Give this sexy Shiraz another 2-3 years in bottle and drink it over the next 25+ years

Good stuff for its level that is moderately firm and built for mid-term cellaring

Patrick Lesec, Chateauneuf Du Pape Chasse Temps other_regions_australia the 165ème isn't as powerfulThis was my debut tasting of the 500 case cuvee of 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Chasse Temps (from a vineyard near the renowned Chateau Beaucastel). A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre aged completely in neutral wood foudres, its dense purple color is followed by aromas of roasted meats, saddle leather, animal fur, blackberries, and cherry liqueur. Rich, structured, and full bodied, it may be controversial as there is an element of brett in the