2012 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf Mon Aieul

Origin
Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, Rhone/southern France FRANCE
Colour
red
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Grenache/Garnacha
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
drink or keep
Bottle Size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Wine Score
92-94 points, Josh Raynolds, vinousmedia.com, Jan 2014
17 points, Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com, Dec 2013

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Media Reviews

Josh Raynolds

(all grenache). Opaque ruby. Black raspberry, Indian spices and licorice on the highly perfumed nose, with a sexy floral overtone gaining strength with air. Red and dark berry preserve flavors show excellent depth and sweetness, along with an assertive spiciness. Supple tannins build on a finish that accentuates the floral and berry notes. 92-94 points

Jancis Robinson

Vineyard soil. galets, sand, clay-limestone. Lieu-dit. Serres, La Crau, Guigasse. 100% Grenache. 90% concrete cuve, 10% demi-muid. Mid crimson. A hint of overripeness on the nose – very sweet on the palate, almost sticky! Very dramatic and would need careful food matching with all that sweetness and alcohol. 17 points