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2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, La Crau, Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe

Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, La Crau, Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe
Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Clairette are blended here with a little extra Mourvèdre in deference to the quality of the vintage. The mouthfeel has something of the intensity of 2005, perhaps because of the additional Mourvèdre, but the overall impression is closer to the outstanding 2007: rounded, fine and long. Herbs and licorice, bay and spice, all vie for attention in this classic Vieux Télégraphe with enormous ageing potential.

Daniel Brunier is very happy with the quality of his 2009s; the conspiracy of nature was entirely benevolent with a cold winter, a cleansing Mistral and gentle rain all following the director’s script, followed by a hot August and good harvest conditions. He counsels patience, however, given the small thick-skinned berries. Their concomitant low yields and the resulting natural concentration make these wines for the long term. 2009 he sees as riper, richer and more impressive of colour than 2007. Praise indeed! The great vintages of 1990 and 1998 offer the closest comparison.Vieux Télégraphe

Jancis
17/20
Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, La Crau, Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe
Relatively light but well balanced. Rather pretty and even delicate! But racy and definitely Châteauneuf. Great vitality with light tannins on the end. A thoroughly attractive drink. One might almost call it playful. It’s just not that concentrated but the balance is great.
(Jancis Robinson MW , Julia Harding MW - jancisrobinson.com - 17 Nov 2010)

Jancis
17/20
Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, La Crau, Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe
Product: 5927
Maturity: Drink 2014-2022 (For laying down)
Vintage: 2009
Origin: France » Rhône » Châteauneuf du Pape Map of the region
Producer: Vieux Télégraphe
Grape Variety: Southern Rhône Blend
Style: Full Bodied, Dry, 14.5% alcohol
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