The forward, charming 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape comes from a hot, dry vintage that caused vines to shut down and caused uneven ripening. This ruby colored 2011 offers forward, downright Provencal notes of kirsch, spice, fruit cake and mint to go with a medium to full-bodied, silky and elegant style on the palate. It is certainly an outstanding wine, and it should evolve nicely given its overall balance, but this is a forward effort from Bravay that's ready to go.