M. Chapoutier, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Croix de Bois 2010 (Magnum)

Vivid ruby. A heady, seductive bouquet evokes black raspberry and cherry liqueur, potpourri and allspice, with a bright mineral overtone. Shows impressive clarity and energy, offering penetrating dark berry and floral pastille flavors that gain weight with air. Spreads out on the finish, which features soft tannins and a whiplash of sweet dark fruit. This wine was raised entirely in concrete.

• Reviewer Name: Josh Raynolds
• Review Date: January 2013