High Flying Rhône-y Ponies

We’ve been asked by an overstocked client to sell a tranche of their mature Rhône stock, all from the south, so Grenache lovers, get your mouses set to click!

2000 Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Beaucastel
£312 in bond per 6
“…has a pesky side that would turn on the regular followers…” John Livingstone-Learmonth

2004 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Clos des Papes
£690 in bond a dozen
“The palate is very spiced, very calm and neatly detailed; the aftertaste brings in mineral, iron.” John Livingstone-Learmonth

2005 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Mon Aieul, Pierre Usseglio
£312 in bond per 6
“Its tannins are integrated, with the red fruit streaming through them well. Lots of dimension and variety in this very complete wine.” John Livingstone-Learmonth

2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Mon Aïeul, Pierre Usseglio
£642 in bond per 6
“Thrillingly concentrated, intense, perfumed and layered with incredible balance…” Jeb Dunnock

2009 Gigondas Grand Grenache 66, Domaine Santa Duc
£210 in bond per 6
“This is a stunning example of Grenache at its best…” Robert Parker

2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée de Mon Aïeul, Pierre Usseglio
£219 in bond per 6
“Attractive perfume on the aftertaste. Will vary well over time, and is immensely appealing.” John Livingstone-Learmonth

2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Collection Charles Giraud, St Préfert
£699 in bond a dozen
“…complex, fragrant wine, which is full-bodied, dense, rich and capable of improving for another 5-10 years and lasting two decades.” Robert Parker

2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Clos des Papes
£801 in bond a dozen
“It has a really lovely feel, delicious depth, lights up the day on its unbridled running depth, menthol on the finish.” John Livingstone-Learmonth