2010 - Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Vieux Donjon (Michel Lucien)

Country: France |
Region: Rhone |
Appellation: Chateauneuf-du-Pape |
Producer: Vieux Donjon (Michel Lucien) |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 14.5% |
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Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Joe Czerwinski - 29 Sep 23
Another great Vieux Donjon, the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape boasts fascinating, complex aromas of licorice, spice drops, black cherries, leather and dusty earth. Full-bodied and silky-textured, it's compelling stuff, long on the finish, with plenty of life still ahead of it.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2035
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Vinous Nicolas Greinacher - 01 Nov 25
The 2010 Châteauneuf-du-Pape ranks among the finest vintages ever bottled at Le Vieux Donjon. Prominent notes of tobacco, sandalwood, dried red fruits and a flicker of melted licorice come to life. Neatly structured with polished tannins, the full-bodied 2010 gracefully concludes with a long, savory finish. Already drinking well today, it will easily hold for another decade thanks to its impeccable balance.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2036
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Jancis Robinson Jancis Robinson - 01 Dec 11
75% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault. 16 months in foudre. 45,000 bottles. Healthy deep crimson. Fruit seems borderline overripe but there is lots of interesting spice though plus a black pepper grace note. Very rich indeed! Like a sort of spice box assortment with some fine tannins on the end. Lots of intensity. Acid and tannins lurk. This could only be Châteauneuf... Its only fault is to be a tad too hot on the end. (JR)
Drinking Date: 2016 - 2028