whereas the 2012 vintage is able to hide some of its ripeness within the general fleshiness and succulence of the fruit

Theres no youthful reticence to this Wehlener

This is a vintage where managing the crop load was critical in achieving balance

on the other hand

Janasse, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vv other_regions whereas the 2012 vintage isAll three Chteauneuf cuves from Christophe Sabon are exemplary, but the Vieilles Vignes is always exceptional. Almost half the vines from which this is produced are nearly a century old, grown on four parcels with different soils. The wine is partly aged in 600 litre barrels. This has a resplendent cherry and raspberry nose, showing power but no coarseness. Although very concentrated it still has finesse, and it's rich and supple despite the