Like the classic cuvee, yet with additional depth of fruit and density, the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvée Etienne Gonnet offers an awesome bouquet of ripe black cherries, currants, roasted meats and licorice. Full-bodied, rich, concentrated and with thrilling purity of fruit, drink it anytime over the coming 7-8 years.

The 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Etienne Gonnet (70% tank-aged Grenache, and equal parts Syrah and Mourvedre aged in 600-liter demi-muids) exhibits a darker ruby/plum color as well as an attractive bouquet of salty sea breezes, seaweed, pepper, incense, black cherries, black raspberries, and currants. Elegant, round, opulent, beautifully textured, pure, and soft, with an atypical upfront style, it should drink well for 10-12 years. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083