Reviewed on 2018-07-27
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Rating 91
Style Red
Blend , Syrah / Shiraz
Vintage 2014
Appellation
Languedoc
Languedoc-Roussillon
France
ABV 15%
Price $26.00  Buy This Wine
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Impressing On A Budget, Steak Dinner, Winning Over the Boss

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Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache , Syrah / Shiraz

Château Puech-Haut La Closerie du Pic 2014 Review

Pic Saint-Loup is a rugged appellation in the Languedoc region of France, located near Monpellier. There are several microclimates in the area, and the wines range from medium-bodied and lively to full-bodied and rich depending on the vineyard site and winemaking technique. This Grenache/Syrah blend is definitely the latter. It's dark in color with dense aromas of oak and sandalwood. The oak integrates well on the palate; you'll notice flavors of blackberry, dried fruit, and a sanguine, almost salty quality. The finish is clean and BIG. If you like powerful (and expensive) Grenache-based wines like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat you’ll love it, especially for its fair $25 price tag.

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Château Puech-Haut La Closerie du Pic 2014
Pic Saint-Loup is a rugged appellation in the Languedoc region of France, located near Monpellier. There are several microclimates in the area, and the wines range from medium-bodied and lively to full-bodied and rich depending on the vineyard site and winemaking technique. This Grenache/Syrah blend is definitely the latter. It's dark in color with dense aromas of oak and sandalwood. The oak integrates well on the palate; you'll notice flavors of blackberry, dried fruit, and a sanguine, almost salty quality. The finish is clean and BIG. If you like powerful (and expensive) Grenache-based wines like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat you’ll love it, especially for its fair $25 price tag.

Reviewed On: 07-27-2018
91
POINTS
Château Puech-Haut La Closerie du Pic 2014
Pic Saint-Loup is a rugged appellation in the Languedoc region of France, located near Monpellier. There are several microclimates in the area, and the wines range from medium-bodied and lively to full-bodied and rich depending on the vineyard site and winemaking technique. This Grenache/Syrah blend is definitely the latter. It's dark in color with dense aromas of oak and sandalwood. The oak integrates well on the palate; you'll notice flavors of blackberry, dried fruit, and a sanguine, almost salty quality. The finish is clean and BIG. If you like powerful (and expensive) Grenache-based wines like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat you’ll love it, especially for its fair $25 price tag.

Reviewed On: 07-27-2018