2013 Chante Cigale Ch̢teauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes The Gruet family makes champagne

The Gruet family makes champagne in France and fell in love with New Mexico when they were visiting

is stunning

Not that the wine has ever been herbal or green

It‰۪s enjoyable now in its juicy waves of red currant and cassis

and clove-like qualities

2013 Chante Cigale Ch̢teauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes The Gruet family makes champagneFeatures a hearty core of black currant, fig and blackberry fruit inlaid with prominent tobacco and chestnut leaf notes that impart a decidedly old school feel. Shows plenty of flesh and drive through the finish, which has a tarry underpinning. Should unwind in the cellar. Best from 2018 through 2028. 360 cases made. (JM)