The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape (often referred to by the locals as traditional or classique) has loads of strawberry and black cherry fruit with hints of tapenade, licorice and pepper. It is deep, round and attractive, with plenty of glycerin and a real up-front, seductive quality to it. Primarily Grenache (85%) with all the other authorized varieties blended with it and aged in foudre prior to bottling, it should drink well for the next 7-8 years. With 50+ acres in Chateauneuf du Pape, the brothers Andre and Jerome Mathieu produce four separate red wine cuvees of Chateauneuf du Pape. The 2010s follow the pattern of the 2009s, except that they are deeper in color and probably have slightly lower alcohols, higher levels of acidity and lower pHs. This is a very strong vintage for the two brothers.Various American importers, including Metropolis Wine Merchants, New York, NY; Grape News Importing Ltd., Chicago, IL; and Savio Sparss Selections, Manhassat, NY.