2006 Domaine Raymond Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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WA 94 WS 91
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2008

One of the strong efforts and a potential wine of the vintage is the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale. An extraordinarily superb expression of kirsch liqueur intermixed with sandy resiny notes as well as hints of...
WS 91

Wine Spectator, December 2008

Very round and inviting with dark plum and braised fig notes backed by dark licorice pastille anise and violet notes. The long fleshy finish picks up a lingering pastille hint. Drink now through 2023. -JM

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country France
Region Rhone
Sub-region Southern Rhone
Appellation Chateauneuf du Pape
Vintage 2006
Size 750ML

The Raymond Usseglio domaine is one of the top-producing estates in Chateauneuf du Pape. The estate was originally created by Francis Usseglio who moved to the Rhone from Italy in 1931 and started producing his own wine in 1948. He was succeeded in 1963 by his son Raymond Usseglio who enlarged the area, now bearing his own name, with the help of his mother Danielle.

In 1999, Raymond’s son Stephane took over the domaine and is in now in charge of its operations, cultivating 60 acres, 40 of which are in Chateauneuf du Pape, 12 in Cotes du Rhone, and 7 classified as IGP. The estate practices sustainable and biodynamic farming techniques.

Imperiale is sourced from the estate’s oldest vineyards, majority of which are planted in 1901 and 1902. Yields are extremely low, ensuring a dense and deep wine. The old Grenache vines contribute finesse and elegance so this wine can age for decades.