Le Corbeau is 90% Grenache, 10% Syrah grown in prime vineyards in Carneros and produced with the intent to emulate, as the label states, "the great wines of Chateauneuf du Pape." I served this magnum as an into to two of the finest Chateauneufs, 1998 Vieux 'Donjon and 1998 Beauenard. Of course, it did not really measure up to these wines, but it did not embarrass itself.
Some rusty tones in the medium maroon color as to be expected. Ripe strawberries and spice very reminiscent of traditional Southern Rhone wines. Great texture. A wine that seduces you rather rather than bowling you over. Has matured well but probably isn't going to last as long as a traditional Chateauneuf du Pape.
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