Clos Mont Olivet, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vintage:2007 giving a light smoky note

giving a light smoky note to the full-bodied

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard boasts gentle eucalyptus and vanilla shadings accenting bolder notes of cassis and black cherries

satiny texture with flavors of crushed black cherry

clearly much better than my previous assessment

Clos Mont Olivet, Chateauneuf Du Pape Vintage:2007 giving a light smoky noteFrom an uncomplicated and generous vintage that got a bit forgotten after 2009 and 2010 came along. Very meaty and savory on the nose and the full bodied palate. A bit closed at first, but after a bit of aeration in the glass a truffle note develops. Still a healthy base of fine tannins that drives the long, graceful finish. Drink or hold.