12 bottles per lot
Details
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de la Vieille Julienne, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes--Vintage 2000
Rhône, Domaine-bottled: Arnaud-Daumen
Tasting Note: The 2000 Châteauneuf-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 Mourvèdre. 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 Châteauneuf should evolve slowly and age magnificently for two decades. It is a monumental effort, but patience will be a virtue. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2025. 97 Points; Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 145 (Feb 2003).
12 bottles per lot
Rhône, Domaine-bottled: Arnaud-Daumen
Tasting Note: The 2000 Châteauneuf-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 Mourvèdre. 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 Châteauneuf should evolve slowly and age magnificently for two decades. It is a monumental effort, but patience will be a virtue. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2025. 97 Points; Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 145 (Feb 2003).
12 bottles per lot
Special notice
Offered duty paid, but available in bond. VAT at 17.5% will be charged on the hammer price on removal of the lot from bond.