2007 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape

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Brand: Pierre Usseglio & Fils
Style: Red Wine
Varietal: Rhone Blend
Region: Southern Rhone
Category: France
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: RP 90-93IWC 89-92

Domaine Pierre Usseglio- An Italian Outpost in Chateauneuf du Pape

In 1931 Francis Usseglio left Italy and went to Chateauneuf du Pape and got a job working in the vineyards. In 1948 he purchased his own property. Francis' son Pierre inherited his father's property and now the third generation, Pierre's sons Jean-Pierre and Thierry, are in charge of Domaine Pierre Usseglio.

Domaine Pierre Usseglio consists of 55 acres divided into 15 different parcels in Chateauneuf du Pape. Half of the vines are about 60 years old and the rest are about 30 years old. The Red Chateauneuf du Pape is usually made from 75 % Grenache and the rest Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre. It is aged in oak casks for 12-18 months depending of the vintage. The result is terrifically concentrated yet balanced wines that reveal layers of aromatic and flavor complexity.

Reviews

Robert Parker 90-93 Points

Made from the same blend as the 2006, the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape possesses a dense ruby/purple hue as well as wonderfully sweet aromas of blue and black fruits, underbrush, truffles, incense, and garrigue. It is full-bodied, opulent, fleshy, powerful and substantial in the mouth. The Usseglios told me they had a couple of lots that went into this wine that hit nearly 17% natural alcohol! This was not caused by spiking high temperatures (which the Southern Rhone did not experience in 2007), but rather by the extraordinarily low yields and severe drought conditions that existed from spring through the end of September.

International Wine Cellar 89-92 Points

Deep red. Exotic, expressive aromas of strawberry, white flowers and apricot; this shows the vibrancy and perfume of a white wine. Deeper raspberry and cherry on the palate, with the floral quality repeating. This exuberant wine will drink well young.

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