2022 Domaine Raymond Usseglio Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Imperiale Vignes Centenaires
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With a reductive profile, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale, a blend of 95% Grenache Noir and the remaining portion from other authorized varieties in unknown proportions, exhales aromas of peony, iris, dark wild berries, flowers and mulberries. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and seamless, it is characterized by ripe tannins and a broad, saline finish accented by peony notes and bright acids. This cuvée is a beautiful, expertly crafted Chateauneuf-du-Pape totally destemmed and matured entirely in concrete tanks. This is a real gem.
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Alistair Cooper MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeb Dunnuck
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80% Grenache, 10% Mourv è dre, 6% Syrah, 3% Cinsault and 1% Counoise. Partially destemmed and vinified in concrete tanks. Aged in a mix of foudres, old oak barrels and concrete tanks. Certified organic and biodynamic. T ank sample. Tasted blind. Primary nose – damson and plum notes. A liquorice note and fine, chewy tannins. An attractive leather note and sweet spice. Well-judged oak and a rich, powerful finish. (AC)
Leading off the reds with the 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape (mostly Grenache with small amounts of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Counoise), it has a pretty, perfumed, elegant, and medium-bodied style to go with a floral perfume of sweet raspberry and cherry fruits, notes of baking spices and peppery, Provençal garrigue, fine tannins, and a great finish. It's a great example of the quality and style of this estate today. It will drink nicely in its youth yet evolve for 10-15 years if well stored.
About the producer
Domaine Raymond Usseglio is one of the leading producers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, producing a number of different red and white cuvées from the appellation. The domaine’s most famous wine is their Châteauneuf-du-Pape Impériale, which comes exclusively from vines that are over 100 years old.