2000 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes

Quantity Available	2 in stock
Vintage	2000
Varietal	Rhone Blend
Bottle Size	750ml
Style	Red
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Bottle Condition	Normal

$98.88

2 in stock

Description

2000 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes, Rhone, France

Wine Advocate

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. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2025.

Kudos to winemaker/proprietor Jean-Paul Dauman for this masterpiece!