Domaine Olivier Hillaire
Domaine Olivier Hillaire Les Petits Pieds d'Armand Châteauneuf-du-Pape
4.5
Expert Rating
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Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine Olivier Hillaire Les Petits Pieds d'Armand Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a 100% old-vine Grenache cuvée, showcasing the exceptional 2016 vintage of the Southern Rhône. Crafted by Olivier Hillaire, with the expertise of 100-point consulting winemaker Philippe Cambie, this wine epitomizes the "power without weight" quality, bringing ripeness and power while remaining nimble and graceful. The grapes come from 120-year-old vines in the renowned La Crau vineyard. This wine has received high praise, including 96 points from Wine Advocate, for its rich complexity and elegant finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Châteauneuf-du-Pape displays a medium garnet hue and a captivating nose with exotic spices and incense.The palate bursts with ripe raspberry and cherry, complemented by lavender, candied pastilles, and anise. The old-vine purity shines through with a bone-dry minerality on the finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
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2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Olivier Hillaire
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
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