2010 Roger Sabon, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Le Secret des Sabon 1x750ml

Robert Parker 99

On another level, the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Le Secret du Sabon is insanely good and possibly up there with some of the greatest Chateauneufs ever made. Loaded with notions of black fruits, black licorice, roasted herbs and olive tapenade, it’s a thrilling example of Grenache and of Chateauneuf du Pape. Full-bodied, massively concentrated and structured, it’s not for those looking for immediate appeal and needs another 4-5 years in the cellar. [Jeb Dunnuck, 08/01/2014]