Chateauneuf du Pape, Signature, La Barroche

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The first vintage where the name was changed from Reserve to Signature, the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Signature shows more purity and freshness than the `03-`05 releases. Julien commented that he found the older releases rustic, and started in 2006 to use less old foudre and to focus on cleaning up the cellar with the goal of getting more purity in the wine. This 2006 has terrific depth and full-bodied richness, classic black cherry, blackberry, licorice and spice aromas and flavours and an elegant, layered texture.