Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Réserve des Oliviers - 2018
Item # 28238
750mL
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$32.96
$25.96 / Single Bottle
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$395.52
$280.37/ Case of 12
Tasting Notes
Châteauneuf-du-Pape reds are for people who like fuller-bodied wines. This is a great match for cassoulet or lamb stew. There's plenty of character in this wine: spicy red fruits, black pepper, and a good dose of tannins.
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About the Producer
Maison Favier
Châteauneuf du Pape, Rhône Valley, France
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