Bosquet des Papes "Tradition" CNP 2005

Bright ruby. A room-filling bouquet suggests dark berries, kirsch, anise, pungent herbs and fresh violet. Thick and sweet, with luscious blackberry and cherry flavors, supple tannins and terrific finishing thrust. Really refuses to let go of the palate. Impressive for its elegance and power.

Since 1860 the Boiron family has made wine at the property. Through 5 generations the domain has been handed over from father to son.
2^nd generation Joseph-Victor Boiron (1875-1949) took over in 1890. from 1936 he called his domain "Clos Chantemerle". Since 1966 the name has been "Bosquet des Papes". This name was chosen by Maurice Boiron, who now (2008) is going in retirement and today Nicolas Boiron and his wife Jeanne-Claire carry on the family traditions.

The cellars were built in three steps in 1978, 1983 and 1994-95.
Nicolas Boiron wants to produce a traditional Chateauneuf du Pape.
"The philosophy of "Bosquet des Papes" estate is to produce laying down wines, meaning that they can be kept for many years, thereby respecting the traditions of Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines... They will reach their peak after 6 or 7 years."
Most of the wooden vessels in the cellar are foudres but they are using more and more demi-muids.

To the property belongs about 40 different parcels in the appellation - a total of 27 ha. The average age of the vines is about 50 years. 3.5 ha. - 100 years old - are used for Cuvée Chante le Merle.

Chateauneuf du Pape Tradition
Normaly from 75% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre and 5% Cinsault. Aged in foudres. 

Robert Parker

The 2005 Chateauneuf du Pape exhibits the classic seaweed, salty ocean breeze-like notes intermixed with lavender, garrigue, kirsch, and spice. Dry tannins in the finish may give the wine some angularity with extended aging, but for drinking over the next 7-8 years, it is an attractive, traditional example of Chateauneuf du Pape.

This top-notch estate has been producing impressive, classic examples of Chateauneuf du Pape for over 25 years. All three cuvees are noteworthy efforts.