Le Serre des Mourres 2018 – Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The nose offers a small power, a fine intensity and a small spicy side. It reveals notes of cassis, wild blackberry, small notes of violet associated with small touches of wild strawberry, rose, grey pepper as well as subtle hints of nutmeg, fresh mild tobacco, garrigue and a very discreet hint of chocolate (in the background). The palate is fruity, fresh, well-balanced and offers a good definition, gourmandize, a fine juicy/finely acidulous frame, minerality and a very fine richness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy cassis, creamy/juicy blackberry, small notes of creamy raspberry associated with small touches of crunchy violet plum, violet, lily as well as a subtle hint of black olive, laurel berries, very discreet hints of chocolate and toasted. Good length. Tannins are well-built. A subtle hint of crushed almond, vanilla and chocolate on the persistence.