The 2003 Vieux Donjon, produced in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, is a bold Grenache-based blend from a warm vintage, showcasing the estate's traditional style. Its bouquet reveals notes of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, with hints of spice, garrigue, and earthy minerality, enhanced by touches of licorice and leather. The palate is full and structured, with velvety tannins and vibrant acidity that balance the concentrated fruit. Its terroir, marked by pebbles, imparts a distinctive minerality, further enhanced by aging in French oak barrels, reflecting the meticulous winemaking at Vieux Donjon. The finish is long and powerful, with excellent 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 robust, deep and characterful Rhône wine.
- Vintage
- 2003
- Grape
- Grenache-Mourvèdre
- Country
- France
- Region
- Rhone Chateauneuf-du-Pape
- Volume
- 0,75 Liter
- Points
- 94RP