1998 Le Vieux Donjon 0,75 Liter

The 1998 Vieux Donjon, produced in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, is a refined Grenache-based blend from a classic vintage, showcasing the estate's traditional style. Its bouquet offers notes of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, with hints of spice, garrigue, and earthy minerality, evolving towards notes of leather and licorice with age. The palate is full and harmonious, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity that balance the concentrated fruit. Its terroir, marked by pebbles, imparts a distinctive minerality, enhanced by aging in French oak barrels, a reflection of Vieux Donjon's meticulous winemaking. The finish is long and elegant, with significant aging potential. Perfect to accompany roast lamb, grilled game or hearty stews, this wine is a collector's treasure, embodying the iconic terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and offering a refined tasting experience to enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated, deep and fine Rhône wine.