Vieux Télégraphe Chateauneuf du Pape red 2016

Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016 is a superb expression of the celebrated La Crau terroir and the estate’s traditional, age-worthy style. Awarded 97 points by Jeb Dunnuck, the wine displays all the hallmarks of classic Vieux Télégraphe: depth, purity, elegance and impressive longevity. Black raspberry and currant are joined by violets, liquorice and distinctive saline minerality, together with an intriguing marine note reminiscent of nori. The palate is full-bodied and remarkably pure, yet incredibly elegant, supported by fine tannins and an exceptionally long finish. Dunnuck also highlights the wine’s impressive balance, allowing it to provide pleasure even before reaching full maturity. With a stated drinking window of 2023-2043, the 2016 is now entering a particularly compelling stage of its evolution.