1998 Chateau La Nerthe Cuvee des Cadettes 0,75 Liter

Château La Nerthe Cuvée des Cadettes 1998, produced in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, is a refined Grenache-based blend from a classic vintage, showcasing the elegance of old vines. Its bouquet offers notes of blackberry, raspberry, and plum, with hints of spice, garrigue, and earthy minerality, evolving towards notes of leather and licorice with age. The palate is full and harmonious, with silky tannins and lively acidity that balance the concentrated fruit. Its terroir, marked by pebbles, imparts a distinctive minerality, enhanced by aging in French oak barrels, reflecting La Nerthe's traditional winemaking methods. The finish is long and elegant, with significant aging potential. Perfect to accompany roast lamb, grilled game or hearty stews, this vintage is a true collector's treasure, embodying the emblematic terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and offering a refined tasting experience to enthusiasts in search of a refined, deep and elegant Rhône wine.