The red wine Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, vintage 1990 from the winery Château Rayas has been rated in 2012 with 96 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape variety Grenache from the region Côtes du Rhône in France.
Medium crimson in colour with ochre reflections and a broad watery rim. Needs air, initially a hint of damp wool and cookie, underneath sweet red berry confit, candied orange zest, delicate herbal spices with subtle balsamic nuances. Full-bodied and elegant on the palate, very well-integrated tannins, fine wild berry confit, shows no rough edges, rich in finesse, with dark nougat and pronounced dried fruit notes on the lingering finish. This legendary Rayas has already lost some of its presence, but none of its charm, although you shouldn't wait too long. (Drink/store +10).
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Chem. Du Rayas
84230 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Frankreich
+33 4 90 83 73 09
www.chateaurayas.fr
