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Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 1983

AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Vallée du Rhône, France

"The 1983, shaped by the Mourvedre grape, reveals that varietal's tell-tale tree bark, leather, mushroom, and aged beef-like aromas. Medium to full-bodied, and austere, the 1983 is approaching full maturity, but given its structure, freshness, and Mourvedre's anti-oxidative characteristics, this wine can be drunk now or aged for 5-6 more years."

"Tough and closed in, but there's plenty going on in the glass. A full-bodied wine, with black cherry, charcoal and light earth aromas and tons of flavor. Has super-firm tannins and a tight structure. Needs much more time.--Châteauneuf-du-Pape retrospective. Best from 1995 through 1997."

"Très beau fruité au nez, avec de la réglisse, du zan, de la menthe et des épices. Un vin un peu sauvage en bouche qui promet une très longue garde."

"Ce vin carré et bien charpenté a un avenir encore plein de promesses. La bouche est riche, elle exprime une jolie matière, accompagnée d’une finale puissante et très aromatique. A attendre ou carafer 2h avant service."