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Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale Raymond Usseglio & Fils (no reserve) 2010

  • Black fruit
  • Gastronomic wine
  • Wine for ageing
  • Color: Red
  • Biodynamics
  • 15% 
  • 2.25L
  • Intensity
  • Full-bodied

Produced from the domain's oldest vines (more than a 100 years old!), this Châteauneuf expresses unparalleled depth and superb ageing potential. More info

  • Quantity: 3 Bottles
  • Level: 3 into-neck
  • Label: 2 good appearance, 1 slightly wrinkled label
  • Origin: Private individual
  • Recoverable VAT: No
  • Country/Region: Rhône
  • Appellation/Wine: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  • Producer/Owner: Raymond Usseglio & Fils (Domaine)
  • More information....

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale Raymond Usseglio & Fils serve at a temperature of 16°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Gibiers à poil en gigue ou en civet, Viandes rouges grillées, Lièvre à la royale.

Peak: Drink until 2035

  • Vintage score: 18/20
  • What the experts say...

    "A candidate for perfection, the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale Vignes Centenaire is clearly the greatest wine I have ever tasted from Raymond Usseglio, even eclipsing their remarkable 2007. Don’t be surprised if it merits a three-digit score in five or six years. ", Robert M. Parker, Jr, Wine Advocate, 31/10/2012

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    Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale Raymond Usseglio & Fils

    The wine

    The Cuvée Impériale comes from hundred-year-old vines planted during the domain's first years of existence. Consisting mostly of Grenache, supplemented with old local grape varieties, it offers power and density. Tasting begins with a dark red colour, with beautiful intensity. It continues with an expressive bouquet, revealing aromas of black berries and spices. Lastly, the palate offers a strong attack, continued with remarkable length in the mouth and notes of jammy black berries.

    Information about domain Raymond Usseglio

    Domaine Usseglio is, first and foremost, the story of a family. In 1948 Francis Usseglio, an Italian labourer, came to Châteauneuf-du-Pape to work in the vineyards. His passion for wine and motivation led him to take on a few hectares of vines on a sharecropping basis known as métayage. His son Raymond took over from him, continuing the tradition but adding a modern touch by converting the vineyards to biodynamic. Today, the 24-hectare Domaine Usseglio is run by Francis' grandchildren, Jean-Pierre, Thierry and Stéphane and is one of the appellation's leading lights. Its grape varieties are typical for Châteauneuf with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault for red wine and Bourboulenc, Clairette and Grenache for white. The vines are between 30 and 60 years old and harvesting is carried out manually. The resulting wines have plenty of character, combining power with a hint of rustic simplicity.

    Detailed characteristics

    • Quantity: 3 Bottles
    • Level: 3 into-neck
    • Label: 2 good appearance, 1 slightly wrinkled label
    • Origin: Private individual
    • Type of cellar: Classic underground cellar
    • Recoverable VAT: No
    • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
    • French customs seal: yes
    • Alcohol percentage: 15 %
    • Country/Region: Rhône
    • Appellation/Wine: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
    • Producer/Owner: Raymond Usseglio & Fils (Domaine)
    • Vintage: 2010
    • Color: Red
    • Peak: Drink until 2035
    • Service temperature: 16°
    • Viticulture: Biodynamics 
    • Size (in ha): 24
    • Intensity: Full-bodied
    • Dominant aroma: Black fruit
    • Tasting occasion: Gastronomic wine
    • Grape variety: 90% Grenache, 10% mélange de vieux cépages

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    Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale Raymond Usseglio & Fils (no reserve) 2010

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