{"product_id":"domaine-raymond-usseglio-girard-chateauneuf-du-pape-2023-750ml","title":"Domaine Raymond Usseglio 'Girard' Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2023 - 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94pts James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful, muscular and tannic, this full-bodied Chateauneuf-du-Pape makes a very bold statement. The huge structure is matched by the depth of black and red berry fruit, spices and hot dry earth. Very firm finish, but this should develop beautifully with a bit more time in the bottle. A cuvee based on old-vine grenache with syrah, mourvedre and counoise. From biodynamically grown grapes. Matured almost exclusively in concrete tanks. Drinkable now, but best from 2027.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly deeper-hued compared to the classic cuvée, the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape Girard shows exotic aromatics of floral-tinged red and black fruits, violets, blood orange, and pepper. Based on 90% Grenache, 6% Mourvèdre, and 4% other varieties, it was partially destemmed and aged 18 months primarily in concrete with small portions in demi-muids and barrels. It's beautifully balanced, has medium to full-bodied richness, ripe tannins, and a great finish. This terrific Châteauneuf du Pape will cruise for 10-15 years in cold cellars, and there are roughly 500 cases produced. Drink 2025-2038.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePronounced licorice, dried herbs, white pepper and blackberry aromatics are all dialed up in the 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Girard, a seductive follow-up to the equally enticing 2023 I tasted in June 2024. This finishes smooth and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine offers a beautifully complex nose with powerful aromas of ripe red fruits, including cherry and raspberry, blended with spicy notes of black pepper and licorice, alongside subtle hints of scrubland. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a silky texture and fine, flavorful tannins, culminating in a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 90% Grenache, 6% Mourvèdre, 4% Other Varieties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Cuvée Imperiale is from Domaine Raymond Usseglio's oldest vines, most of them 100 years old (planted in 1901-1902). Extremely low yields (16-18 h\/h) guarantee a wine that is dense and profound. The ancient Grenache vines bring to this cuvee their finesse and elegance. Will age for dozens of years. To be carafed during the first years. Because it is bottled without any filtration, some sediment – natural and beneficial to the aging process – is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XXI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67921343349100,"sku":null,"price":49.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/3053\/files\/domaine-raymond-usseglio-girard-chateauneuf-du-pape-2023-750ml-400317.jpg?v=1793141446","url":"https:\/\/redneckwinecompany.com\/products\/domaine-raymond-usseglio-girard-chateauneuf-du-pape-2023-750ml","provider":"Redneck Wine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}