Chateauneuf du Pape Vieux Telegraphe 2003

Chateauneuf du Pape Vieux Telegraphe 2003

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  • Vinous rating 89
Chateauneuf du Pape Vieux Telegraphe 2003
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HED91842

75 cl

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£75.00
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Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe is a name synonymous with age-worthy Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Owned and run by the Brunier family for more than a century, it consistently produces some of the finest red wines from this celebrated Southern Rhône appellation. Inscribed in every drop of the flagship Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape rouge is the story of the domaine`s terroir. the Mediterranean climate, the rugged, galet-strewn terrain and the elevation of the Crau plateau, where Vieux Télégraphe`s old-vine fruit gains its concentration, complexity and mineral freshness. Vinification for this wine is as follows. fermentation with partial whole bunches in temperature-controlled stainless steel and oak cuves; around 10 months` resting in cement tanks; then maturation for a further 12 months in oak foudres. "The brooding, densely ripe 2003 feels richer and bigger than the 2001 or 1998, yet the weight is perfectly supported by its tannic structure. Velvety flavours of blackberry, black cherry, chocolate and clove are gripping and focused." Wine and Spirits, 2007
89 Vinous
Dark red. Understated aromas of dried strawberry, redcurrant and garrigue complicated by a whiff of black tea. A fairly restrained midweight, atypical in this vintage, with dried red berry and mocha flavors. Finishes focused and taut, with dusty tannins and hints of red plum and licorice. Those who fear the 2003 bogeyman can safely give this one a try.Josh Raynolds1st January 2006

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Perched on the famed La Crau plateau, Vieux Télégraphe has been a pillar of excellence in Châteauneuf-du-Pape for over a century. The estate’s vineyards, planted with old vines that thrive in the region’s stony soils, produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Under the stewardship of the Brunier family, Vieux Télégraphe has maintained a commitment to traditional winemaking, allowing the terroir to shine through in every vintage.

The estate’s wines, particularly the iconic La Crau, are celebrated for their complexity, structure, and ability to age gracefully over decades. Whether you’re enjoying a young vintage or one with years of bottle age, Vieux Télégraphe’s wines offer a profound expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s storied terroir.

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