2018 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reserve

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JL 98 DC 97 JD 97 VN 96 WS 95
JL 98

TheWineCellarInsider.com, December 2020

A great success in any vintage, but a marvel in a difficult year, this superb wine offers a deep, dark, red hue. The perfume, with its blend of flowers, licorice, garrigue, spices, cherries and plums is gorgeous. Richly...
DC 97

Decanter, October 2019

This is deeper in colour than the other cuvees, marginally. It’s exuberantly fruity with plum, prune and blackberry all in coulis. It's full-bodied, but not exaggeratingly so with mouthcoating fruit, and not quite as...
JD 97

jebdunnuck.com, October 2020

The 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape Reserve comes from a single terroir (which is closest to the Les Trois Sources terroir) and is always a tiny production cuvée that’s just about impossible to find in the market. The 2018 shows...
VN 96

Vinous, December 2021

Inky ruby. Expansive red and dark berry preserve, licorice and potpourri aromas are complemented by an exotic spice flourish and a suggestion of smoky minerality. Broad and fleshy in the mouth, offering deeply...
WS 95

Wine Spectator, December 2021

Gorgeous flavors of raspberry, boysenberry and blackberry pâte de fruit meld together with warmed fruitcake, anise and red tea notes in this red, which is understated stylistically. There’s a subtle signed alder frame...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country France
Region Rhone
Sub-region Southern Rhone
Appellation Chateauneuf du Pape
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 15.5%
Closure Cork

Introducing the 2018 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reserve, a remarkable red wine hailing from the prestigious Chateauneuf du Pape appellation in the Southern Rhone region of France. Crafted by the esteemed producer Domaine de la Vieille Julienne, this proprietary blend is a true gem of the Rhone.

In the glass, this wine showcases a deep, alluring red color that captivates the eye. On the nose, it entices with an exuberant display of fruity aromas. Plum, prune, and blackberry coulis take center stage, creating an irresistible bouquet. This full-bodied red wine is a testament to the exceptional quality of the 2018 vintage, exhibiting a mouthcoating texture that envelops the palate in a symphony of flavors.

While the 2018 vintage was characterized by extreme weather conditions, this cuvee demonstrates a touch of restraint, setting it apart from previous years. It strikes a harmonious balance between power and finesse, showcasing a cooler straightness that adds a layer of elegance. Despite its relatively high alcohol content of 15.5%, the wine manages to maintain a sense of drinkability, with the alcohol seamlessly integrated into the overall structure.

Renowned wine publications have bestowed high praise upon this exceptional vintage. Decanter awarded it an impressive score of 97 points, noting its real texture, mineral drive, and incredibly long finish. Jeb Dunnuck also lauds its elegance and flawless balance, deeming it one of the finest expressions of the 2018 vintage. With a score of 98 points, Jeff Leve describes it as a marvel in a difficult year, praising its depth, complexity, and lusciously textured finish.

Vinous recognizes its outstanding quality, awarding it 96 points and describing it as broad and fleshy on the palate, with concentrated flavors of black raspberry, boysenberry, and cherry cola. Wine Spectator joins in the chorus of accolades, rating it at 95 points and highlighting its gorgeous flavors of raspberry, boysenberry, and blackberry pâte de fruit.

With only 250 cases made and 50 cases imported, this is a truly limited-edition wine that exemplifies the artistry and dedication of Domaine de la Vieille Julienne. Best enjoyed from 2024 through 2038, this wine promises to age gracefully, evolving and revealing even greater complexity with time. Indulge in the magic of the 2018 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reserve and experience the essence of Southern Rhone winemaking at its finest.