Dom. de la Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes ‘21

This profound Rhône blend displays an opaque garnet core with ruby highlights. The aromatic profile is quintessential Châteauneuf - layers of ripe blackberry, garrigue herbs, smoked meat, and black truffle emerge with vigorous swirling. The palate reveals extraordinary concentration with velvety tannins supporting flavors of fig compote, dark chocolate, and peppercorn spice. Sourced from 80-year-old vines and aged 18 months in foudres, it earned 96 points for its seamless integration of power and elegance. Decant for venison or daube provençale to appreciate its full spectrum. The iron-rich clay and galets roulés of the estate's finest parcels contribute to the wine's formidable structure and longevity.