Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvée de Capo--Vintage 2000

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvée de Capo--Vintage 2000
Rhône, Domaine-bottled: Domaine Pegau
In original carton
Tasting note: The 2000 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée da Capo is a monument to old vine Grenache as well as traditionally made Châteauneuf-du- Pape. Boasting a natural alcohol of 16 this wine, which was bottled in spring, 2003 because its fermentation was extremely slow, has virtually everything you could ever want in a profound Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The colour is inky/ruby/purple to the rim. The extraordinary nose reveals aromas of kirsch liqueur, new saddle leather, animal fur, Provençal herbs, spice box, liquorice, and a salty sea breeze character. On the palate, the wine is enormous, with an unctuosity, thickness, and purity that must be tasted to be believed. Over 95 of this offering is old vine Grenache, and the rest a field blend of ancient vines. Representing the essence of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it possesses so much concentration that it is easy to pose the question ... wheres the tannin? Analytically, it has very high levels of tannin, but the tannin is barely noticeable given the wines exaggerated wealth of richness and power. This is a modern day legend in the making, and despite its precociousness and ease in smelling and consuming, it will not hit its prime for another decade. It should last for 25-30 years, and take its place among some of the greatest Châteauneuf-du-Papes ever made. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2030+ Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #151 Feb 2004
6 magnums per lot