it's firmly buttressed by grainy tannins

This is really well-made wine with a production of only 829 cases

Alcohol level

peach and citrus blossom as it airs in the glass

It has menthol and green flavor characteristics with a just-starting to develop toasty character

Lucien & Andre Brunel, Les Cailloux Cuvee Centenaire Vintage:2005 it's firmly buttressed by grainyWhile bricking in hue, the 2005 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Centenaire retains some attractive black cherry fruit, joined by notes of caramel and licorice. Full bodied, richly concentrated and textured, it finishes long and nuanced. Drink it over the next several years.