Domaine Durieu - "Lucile Avril" Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2007 (750ml) Moulis-en-Medoc

Domaine Durieu - "Lucile Avril" Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2007 (750ml) Moulis-en-MedocCritical Acclaim 95 points Jeb Dunnuck Easily the best vintage of this cuvee Ive tasted, the 2007 Domaine Durieu Chteauneuf du Pape Rserve Lucile Avril, a blend of 90% old vine Grenache and the rest a mix of Mourvdre and Syrah, delivers a thrilling mix of lavender, roasted garrigue, melted licorice, noir, and kirsch liqueur like qualities that give way to a seamless, full bodied Chteauneuf du Pape that has no hard edges, perfect balance, and a heady,

Fermentation took place over 7 days at a temperature of approximately 75 degrees F

Impressions

raw and cooked fish especially sushi and very soft cheeses

Very seamless on the mouth

These give us full aromatic and flavor development as well as great freshness of fruit within a framework of lower alcohol

Review Date: 11/2025

and is currently crafting Kerr Cellars

It is the second largest appellation in Lodi showcasing rolling hills and cliffs

the Napa Valley Cabernet is vinified to be softer and more approachable when it is released

Dense purple in color

head-trained

the nose reveals spicy aromas of cooked fruit and hints of toast