2021 Vieux Telegraphe La Crau Chateauneuf Du Pape

2021 Vieux Telegraphe La Crau Chateauneuf Du Pape

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The 2021 Vieux Telegraphe La Crau Chateauneuf Du Pape was a Merchant's Pick

Coveted Chateauneuf Sits High On A Ridge

In Châteauneuf-du-Pape, there’s one vineyard that stands above the rest: the plateau of La Crau, covered in round stones (galets roulés). Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe is the largest landowner in this coveted lieu-dit. Named for the signal tower that was used in the 18th century to telegraph messages, Vieux Télé (as it’s affectionately known) has been run by the Brunier family for six generations. Many Châteauneufs are blockbusters in power and alcohol, but the Brunier style is famously elegant and savory. Sourced from 60- to 110-year-old vines.”  Wine Spectator

 

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Sourced from 60 - 100 year-old vines.

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“Dried herbs, mint and a dash of white pepper.”

Vinous • 95 / 100

"The 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Crau is a solid effort from the Brunier family. The 2021 La Crau unfurls in the glass with a fragrant perfume of crushed violets, lavender, strawberry, raspberry, dried herbs, mint and a dash of white pepper. It is full-bodied and layered, showing a refined profile marked by soft tannins and lively acids. Not as powerful as either the 2020 or 2019, but the 2021 is certainly the most elegant rendition among them."

Producer: Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe

Country: France

Region: Rhone

Subregion: Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Varietal: Grenache Blend

Vintage: 2021

Size: 750ml

Code: W85516-2021-750