2012 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Val de Dieu – Domaine Vaudieu

compellingly savory/earthy nose of toasted almonds

Medium to full-bodied and understated

40% Merlot

and a purity of fruit that's hard to find in this vintage

2006 Dom Perignon Plénitude P2 Vintage Moet & Chandon 2012 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Val de DieuSuckling 98, This is a very thick, dense DP with layers of ripe fruit. Dried apple, pineapple and pie crust with some nougat undertones. Dense and layered with chewy tannins and a juicy finish. Umami undertones. This has the highest percentage of pinot noir ever. 15 years on the lees in bottle. 62% pinot noir and 38% chardonnay. Drink or hold.