2008 Henri Bonneau, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reserve Celestins 1x75cl

Vinous – 94

Deep ruby. High-pitched aromas of red berry liqueur, cherry pit, lavender and allspice, with a zesty mineral nuance adding vivacity. Sweet and expansive on the palate, offering vibrant black raspberry and floral pastille flavors that become richer and spicier with aeration. Silky tannins give shape to the strikingly persistent finish, which features sappy dark berry and fruitcake qualities. [Josh Raynolds, 01/01/2014]