Domaine de la Biscarelle - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Anglaises 2012
16,5/20
Jancis Robinson
17,5/20
RVF (G&M)
“On the first sniff, it reveals character, finesse, and above all, a superbly long finish. A cuvée that combines power with elegance. The fruit is perfectly preserved. A magnificent selection of pure old Grenache vines (80 years old) grown on sandy soil.” (Le Guide des bonnes affaires du vin 2016 - Gerbelle & Maurange)
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Eye
a beautiful, deep color with dark, slightly bluish highlights
Nose
Intense and complex. Aromas of licorice, blue flowers, dark fruits, spices, and forest floor
Palate
Rich, with a delicate yet substantial texture. Beautiful intensity and aromatic persistence, with notes of licorice and black fruits
Serve
at 16-18°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2025
Production
2,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Best enjoyed with game, roasted red meat, or in a sauce...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2016 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable vintage, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Located in the vineyards near Orange, the estate’s 5 hectares of Châteauneuf-du-Pape include century-old vines, which explains the intensity of the 2012 vintage presented here. The Côtes-du-Rhône from the same estate are also remarkable, and the young couple of winemakers now in charge are doing an exemplary job. Before this wine becomes too well-known, give it a chance to find a place in your cellar.
RVF - Guide des Meilleurs Vins à moins de 20 euros € - Gerbelle & Maurange
Wine rated (2016 guide) 17.5/20 (Excellent)
About the wine:
On the first sniff, it reveals character, finesse, and, above all, a superbly long finish. A cuvée that combines power with elegance. The fruit is perfectly preserved. A magnificent selection of pure old Grenache vines (80 years old) grown on sandy soil.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16.5/20
Customer rating
3.2/5
based on 5 reviews
Review by Mr. JACQUES R. Posted on March 5, 2017
A disappointing wine: flat on the nose, with a harsh, alcoholic palate and no finish. Utterly uninteresting, and far below the appellation’s standards.
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Review by Mr. BERNARD L. Published on 12/05/2016
A disappointing wine—a bit flat and, above all, too alcoholic
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Review by Mr. DAVID C. Posted on April 20, 2019
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Review by Mr. WILLIAM G. Posted on June 13, 2018
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Review by Mr. SEBASTIEN G. Posted on July 20, 2016
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