Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Réservé – Châteauneuf-du-Pape – Red – 2016:

 

La Vieille Julienne ‘Réserve’: The Ultimate Collector’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The ‘Réserve’ bottling from Domaine de la Vieille Julienne is a singular, magical wine, consistently earning top scores and 100-point ratings from major critics. Produced only in exceptional vintages from the Domaine’s oldest Grenache vines (some over 100 years old) on sandy, northern-facing terroir, this biodynamic red is a true rarity and a testament to profound winemaking.

Tasting Notes (Typical Vintage Profile)

• **Color:** Deep, inky garnet, hinting at its immense concentration.
• **Nose:** A powerful yet seamless bouquet of red, blue, and black fruits (cassis, blueberry, plum), layered with nuances of loamy earth, Asian spice, licorice, and violet. The signature garrigue is present but refined.
• **Palate:** Full-bodied and massive, yet flawlessly integrated. It delivers a rich core of sweet dark fruit, building to a polished structure of ultra-fine tannins. The texture is velvety, leading to an incredibly long, compelling finish marked by graphite and cocoa.

Pairing & Serving Suggestions

This wine is built for the cellar, but when opened, it demands a rich, savory pairing. Decant for 4-6 hours (or more for young vintages) and serve at 62-65°F (16-18°C). Pair it with slow-cooked, complex meat dishes.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016
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