{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2016-1","title":"Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016 is a benchmark Rhône red that combines impressive power with remarkable finesse. Made in one of the most celebrated appellations in southern France, it reflects the depth, balance, and aging ability that have made Châteauneuf-du-Pape a classic for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows a deep, dense ruby-red color that hints at its concentration. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of dark berries, spice, tobacco, and a subtle touch of licorice, opening gradually as it breathes.\n\nOn the palate, it delivers concentrated fruit, supple tannins, and a long, persistent finish, where notes of pepper, cherry, and Provençal herbs bring both warmth and freshness. This is a wine with excellent aging potential and will continue to gain complexity and nuance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is crafted from carefully selected grapes typical of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with the fruit hand-harvested to preserve quality and balance. The vineyards benefit from the warm southern Rhône terroir, which provides ripe fruit character, depth, and structure, while the winemaking is designed to highlight elegance as much as intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an ideal match for rich meat dishes, game, and mature cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decanting is recommended if the wine is enjoyed young to help the aromatics open up and the structure soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is one of the most respected producers in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, known for making wines of precision, balance, and longevity. The estate has built a strong reputation in the Rhône for consistently producing some of the appellation’s most admired wines, with Clos des Papes 2016 standing out as another excellent example of its craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255196832081,"sku":"FW-1140","price":168.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/produkt-grid_163_3.png?v=1783457209","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2016-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}