Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Brut Zero 24 ha parcel of 35+

24 ha parcel of 35+ year old vines in both terres rouges and terres blanches)

26% Mourvèdre and 23% Syrah aged in 35% new French oak

Deep and pliant on the palate

The fully mature 1997 Shiraz Reserve was in total contrast to the monster 1996

There is more than enough precision

Autard, Chateauneuf Du Pape Juline Brut Zero 24 ha parcel of 35+Very oaky, modern style of Chateauneuf du Pape that inspire discussion between modernists and traditionalists. The wine has a lot of depth, fat textures, richness and ripe fruits and a real lush sensation. If the oaky, espresso notes integrate the score should go up. If they persist, my score would drop as I do not really like too much oak in Grenache driven wines.