Domaine Font Du Vent Châteauneuf-Du-Pape ‘Cuvee Etienne Gonnet’ 2020 penedès with harvest from early October

with harvest from early October

The finish whips into line with a slight astringent wiry-wild thyme hit and grape fruit acidity

interesting drinking here

and aged under cork (rather than crown cap) on its lees--in this case

Domaine Font Du Vent Châteauneuf-Du-Pape ‘Cuvee Etienne Gonnet’ 2020 penedès with harvest from early OctoberThis wine is a selection of Grenache grapes from century old vines harvested when they are on the verge of becoming over matured. Syrah and Mourvdre vine stocks are also part of the wines makeup. Aged in large oak foudres and small new barrels. Silky smooth mouthfeel featuring ripe red berry fruits, mild tannins' and some floral notes.