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.

The 2022 Domaine Raymond Usseglio Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale is a proprietary blend hailing from the renowned Southern Rhone region of France. This red wine, produced by Domaine Raymond Usseglio, showcases the complexity and depth that the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation is known for.

The wine has received high praise from various esteemed reviewers, with standout reviews underscoring its exceptional quality. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it a near-perfect score of 98 points. Reviewer Joe Czerwinski describes it as boasting "knockout aromas of rose petals, garrigue, ripe cherries, and red raspberries." He further notes that it is "full-bodied and tannic," yet "concentrated" while remaining "light, airy, and refreshing at the same time," culminating in a "long, lingering finish." Czerwinski highlights that this remarkable wine is crafted from vines that are over 100 years old.

Jeb Dunnuck also gives the wine a high rating, scoring it between 93 and 95+ points. Dunnuck praises its "incredibly layered, seamless, medium to full-bodied style," noting the presence of "black raspberries, ripe strawberries, spring flowers, and spicy, subtly Provençal notes." He describes it as "flawlessly balanced, elegant Grenache with fine tannins and a great finish." Dunnuck points out that this cuvée is primarily Grenache sourced from the Farguerol (North) and Pied Long lieux-dits, and it is raised entirely in concrete.

Vinous reviewer Nicolas Greinacher also lauds the 2022 Cuvée Impériale, awarding it 94 points. He describes the wine as "gorgeous," with "prominent spice box, black cherry, black plum, and raspberry alongside minty shadings." Greinacher emphasizes the wine's "terrific focus and inner energy," noting its balance from refreshing acidity and tight structure, predicting that it should age well, potentially reaching its "20th birthday in excellent shape."

Overall, the 2022 Domaine Raymond Usseglio Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale is a highly acclaimed wine, celebrated for its aromatic complexity, balanced structure, and aging potential.