This lot is comprised of 2 bottle(s) of 2013 Chateau Rayas Pignan and Chateau Rayas Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $1500 - $2100 with a reserve of $1100. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 11484. In this lot 1 bottle of 2013 Chateau Rayas Pignan Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve (750ml), 1 bottle of 2013 Chateau Rayas Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape (750ml).
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A whisky connoisseur first, the consignor became interested in wine after attending a Bordeaux tasting led by Barbara Philip MW. They tasted through the 2016 releases which included a Chateau Margaux and he found it amazing. He sourced his bottles via Alberta merchants and BC liquor stores and a few while travelling in Europe. He stores his wine in two large 350 bottle wine cellar units, both temperature and humidity controlled.
2013 Chateau Rayas Pignan Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve has the score of 94 from Vinous and the tasting note -Vivid red. Displays expansive, spice- and mineral-accented aromas of black raspberry and blueberry, along with suggestions of white pepper and lavender oil. Stains the palate with intense red and dark berry flavors, showing a suave blend of power and energy. Quiet rich for this bottling, finishing with excellent thrust, supple tannins and a hint of smokiness lingering.
2013 Chateau Rayas Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape has following scores - CellarTracker 93. 2013 Chateau Rayas Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape has the score of 92 from Jeff Leve and the tasting note -Light style of Rayas, medium bodied, with a bright, crispy, fresh, pure red cherry center, with silky tannins and a spicy, kirsch finish. This is a very, silky, seductive, forward style of Rayas that should hold you until the 2015 comes around