93 points Wine Spectator: "Richly textured, with dense linzer torte, cassis and fig paste notes, but also perfumy, with toasty anise and smoky black tea notes that weave through the finish. Offers a lovely combination of power and finesse. Best from 2012 through 2022." (11/11) 92 points Robert Parker: "Even deeper-colored with more purple hues, the 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve is composed of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault from nearly 70-year-old vines. This brilliant effort is one of the finest Reserves the Sabons have yet made. Dense and complex, it offers up notes of incense, charcoal, roasted herbs, meat juices, bouquet garni and lots of black currant and black cherry fruit. This full-bodied, voluptuously textured, multidimensional, superb Chateauneuf du Pape is accessible now and should age well for 10-15 years." (10/11)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2009 Xavier Vins "Cuvée Anonyme" Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Pre-Arrival) $49.99
2010 Château Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Pre-Arrival) $79.99
2006 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Pre-Arrival) $69.99
2011 Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Pre-Arrival) $39.99
2010 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Pre-Arrival) $159.99
