2000 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes - 97 pts - 750ml

The 2000 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes (15% alcohol) emerges from a cold terroir in the northern sector of the appellation. The blend is generally 85% Grenache and equal parts Syrah and Mourvedre. Its opaque purple color is followed by a sumptuous perfume of creme de cassis, kirsch liqueur, licorice, plums, minerals, and smoke. Mammoth in the mouth, but surprisingly structured and tannic for a 2000, it is more evolved than its 2001 counterpart. This profound Chateauneuf should evolve slowly and age magnificently for two decades. It is a monumental effort, but patience will be a virtue. RP

Varietal	Proprietary Blend
Vintage
Rating	97 RP
Bottle Size	750 ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Location	Southern Rhone
Producer
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table

Rating

97 RP - 2000 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes - 97 pts The 2000 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes (15% alcohol) emerges from a cold terroir in the northern sector of the appellation. The blend is generally 85% Grenache and equal parts Syrah and Mourvedre. Its opaque purple color is followed by a sumptuous perfume of creme de cassis, kirsch liqueur, licorice, plums, minerals, and smoke. Mammoth in the mouth, but surprisingly structured and tannic for a 2000, it is more evolved than its 2001 counterpart. This profound Chateauneuf should evolve slowly and age magnificently for two decades. It is a monumental effort, but patience will be a virtue. RP

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Varietal	Proprietary Blend
Vintage
Rating	97 RP
Bottle Size	750 ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Location	Southern Rhone
Producer
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table