Beaucastel Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone 2021

Description

Labeled by Parker as one of the World’s Greatest Wine Estates. Since 1909, the Perrins have been making wonders in the then little-known Southern Rhone Valley. Over the past 90 years or so, the rise in status for the Perrins lies in the consistency of their wines, their relentless pursuit of excellence and the incredible value they offer. Chateau de Beaucastel – Amongst the best in the Rhone Valley. This is the top range of the Perrins family collection with Hommage CDP as one of the world’s most sought-after wines.

A terrific vintage for this wine, which was bottled just a couple of weeks prior to my late June visit, the 2021 Cotes du Rhone Coudoulet de Beaucastel is a blend of 30% each Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, plus 10% Cinsault. From a vineyard just outside the boundaries of the appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it’s a remarkably consistent wine and always a solid value. Scents of sunbaked stones, black cherries and licorice appear on the nose, joined by hints of purple raspberries and dark chocolate, while the medium to full-bodied palate is lush and velvety, finishing long and complex. Wine Advocate 92