Nerthe, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions While it lacks the weight

While it lacks the weight of the top wines from the vintage

not huge amounts of charm even at 10 years old - needs longer

There is a polish to the tannins and sweet

with loads of smoke

Light reduction suppresses the fruit somewhat so I would suggest a quick aeration

Nerthe, Chateauneuf Du Pape other_regions While it lacks the weightA blend of 50% Grenache, 31% Syrah and the rest Mourvdre, Cinsault and other permitted varieties, La Nerthes 2005 Chteauneuf du Pape is a rock solid effort that still has a youthful ruby color to go with classic black raspberry, toasted spice, licorice and hints of graphite. Brought up in a combination of smaller barrels and larger foudre, its medium to full bodied, has a great mid palate, ripe tannin and terrific length. Its a classic wine from this