Vieille Julienne, Chateauneuf Du Pape Reserve other_regions_italy How far above still remains

How far above still remains to be seen

Lush and plush velvety tannins unfold to a refined and almost powdery texture

crushed flowers and deeply spiced notes are woven into an intricate fabric of indescribable class

the alcohol and ripeness levels are kept on a leash so that the terroir shines through

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Vieille Julienne, Chateauneuf Du Pape Reserve other_regions_italy How far above still remainsDeep in color, the nose blasts off with lavender, cherry, spice, pepper and earthy scents. When the wine hits the palate, the wine is deep, rich, concentrated and packed with sweet, silky, black raspberries, cherry and kirsch that remains on your palate and expands in flavor. This bottle was popped and poured. Perhaps, if the wine and I both had more time together, this could hit triple digits. It's truly a stunning example of old vine Grenache.