Alex Shaw, JJ Buckley, November 2012

Dark purple core with a ruby rim. Aromas of blackberry, plum and cassis mix with notes of licorice, lavender, spice and a touch of toast on a forward, inviting nose. Lush purple and black fruit are balance beautifully with ample minerality and vibrant acidity, giving the wine an impression of focus and energy while still displaying a soft approachability. With nicely integrated tannins, this is a wonderful release from Usseglio that is nicely approachable now and should continue to impress for another 10-15 years easily.

93 points,

Rhone Report, The, September 2012

A gorgeous base cuvee that oozes Grenache flair, the 2010 Domaine Pierre Usseglio & Fils Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 5% Mourvedre, and 5% Cinsault that sees no new oak, offers up hedonistic, perfumed aromas of kirsch liqueur, cassis, roasted meats, licorice, and crushed flowers on the nose. Intense and certainly well endowed, with a full-bodied, creamy texture, brilliant purity of fruit, and a supple, approachable feel, this will no doubt benefit from short-term cellaring, and shine for 10-12 years.

93 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2012

The 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Tradition was cropped at 23 hectoliters per hectare (overall it was a small crop in 2010), and is a blend of mostly Grenache and 20% Syrah, with 80% aged in old wood foudres and 20% in small barrels. The alcohol level came in at 15.5%. Classic black raspberry, black cherry, garrigue, and lavender notes hit the palate with considerable authority. The Syrah component provides a slightly deeper purple hue to the color than is apparent in some other vintages. The extra level of concentration due to the tiny yields has resulted in a full-bodied, rich wine with super purity. It is already accessible, and should keep for 10-15 years.

92 points,

Stephen Tanzer's IWC, February 2013

Vivid ruby. A powerful bouquet presents candied red fruits, Asian spices and a hint of potpourri. Silky and expansive, offering vibrant raspberry and cherry flavors and showing a seamless character. Closes spicy and very long, with lingering florality and impressive clarity. One of, if not the most successful "basic" Chateauneufs I've ever had from this address.

93 points,

Wine Spectator, October 2012

This is electric, with charged-up, vivid blueberry, fig, blackberry and boysenberry fruit all drenched in pastis and toasted spice and backed by a licorice snap note that lets the finish flow on beautifully. Approachable, but no need to hurry either. Drink now through 2025. -J.M.

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