The 2015 Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reservee is a red wine from the Southern Rhone region of France. This proprietary blend, crafted by Domaine du Pegau, is a robust and complex wine that has garnered high praise from several respected wine reviewers.
Vinous awarded this wine 95 points, describing it as having "exotic, intensely perfumed aromas of candied red and blue fruits, lavender and peppery spices," with a "seamless quality on the finish" thanks to its slow-building tannins (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, 3/1/2017).
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated this wine even higher, with a score of 96 points. The review highlights its rich complexity, noting flavors of "violets, cherries, subtle allspice and clove" and traditional garrigue notes of lavender and thyme. The review also mentions additional hints of tar and black olives on the long, silky finish, predicting that it "should evolve beautifully over the next two decades" (Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 9/1/2018).
Wine Spectator also praised this wine, giving it a score of 94 points. The review mentions a "muscular core of dark fig, blackberry, raspberry paste flavors mixed liberally with anise, savory, tobacco and singed mesquite notes." It suggests that the wine has "ample depth and character" and will be at its best from 2020 through 2035 (J.M, Wine Spectator, 6/13/2018).
Jeb Dunnuck awarded the wine 96 points, calling it a "beautiful, classic wine from the Feraud family." He noted "powerful notes of blackcurrants, peppered meat, garrigue, and that classic Pégau spice." He also mentioned that it has a deep ruby/plum color and firm tannins, suggesting it will benefit from 6-12 months of bottle age to reach its full potential (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, 8/28/2018).
Wine Enthusiast also gave this wine 96 points, highlighting its "savory notes of bramble, smoke and leather" juxtaposed with "forward plum, cherry and strawberry." The review emphasizes its full-bodied nature and penetrating, mouthfilling sip that finishes on soft, furry tannins (Anna Lee C. Iijima, Wine Enthusiast, 11/1/2018).
Wine & Spirits rated the wine 93 points, appreciating the "peppery notes" and the stem spice that adds dimension and contrast, making the fleshy flavors more appealing (Wine & Spirits, 10/1/2018).
Overall, the 2015 Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reservee is a highly regarded wine with a complex flavor profile and excellent aging potential.