Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - La part des Anges - Rouge - 2021

Wine:

Celebrating Mourvèdre at 70%, complemented by Grenache and Syrah, the 2021 red Châteauneuf-du-Pape La part des Anges introduces a novelty this vintage: full vinification in new demi-muids and foudres to achieve a more precise and integrated woodiness from the wine's early days. The result is impressive: from the first pour, floral notes, sugared strawberries, and garrigue blend seamlessly, underpinned by ripe purity. The wine's juicy, fresh yet intense and concentrated body melts into flavors of black olive and mild spices, surrounded by silky tannins. A precisely crafted, delicately blended, elegant, and already delectable ensemble. A bottle of profound emotion, designed for long aging! Rated 98/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification with partial destemming, maceration for 5 weeks. Aged 80% in new barrels, demi-muids and foudres, 20% in concrete vats.

Certified organic and biodynamic by Demeter.

Color:

Intense, brilliant crimson red.

Nose:

Delicate aromas of red berries, strawberries and sugar, underlined by a lovely floral touch from the Grenache.

Palate:

Concentrated palate, delicate, velvety tannins on this full-bodied wine with subtle flavors of black tapenade and garrigue.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Duck breast with pink berries, grilled beef with pepper, pan-fried mushrooms with thyme.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

A leading player in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils is among the most sought after. Producing dazzling wines rich in vitality and balance, crafted according to organic and biodynamic principles, it surpasses many of its peers. Few can boast such consistency and class.

Long praised by Robert Parker, acquiring its wines has become increasingly difficult: upon release of each vintage, the estate is quickly overwhelmed.