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Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Reservee 2021

SKU: PECR202110 UCNZ

$119.99

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Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée 2021 features a classic blend of 80% Grenache, 6% Syrah, and 4% Mourvèdre, with 13 grape varieties in total, showcasing the traditional characteristics of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

This vintage has received exceptional reviews, including 96 points from Wine Spectator and 95 points from James Suckling, praised for its depth, power, and impressive aging potential.

With vibrant notes of wild herbs, smoked plum, and dark fruit, the wine offers a rich, full-bodied palate with significant tannins and a long, savory finish, making it suitable for aging over the next 12-15 years.

Critic Scores

96 // Wine Spectator

"A singed chestnut accent leads off here, followed by a sappy core of steeped cherry, raspberry and plum fruit, infused liberally with tobacco, brick dust and garrigue notes. Reveals a brawny edge, but there’s ample fruit in the end. A rock-solid old-school style that should cruise in the cellar. Best from 2021 through 2040."

95 // James Suckling

"This has so much power and meaty depth for the 2021 vintage, also stacks of healthy tannins that give it great intensity at the very long and complete finish. It’s packed with licorice, tar and stony character that makes it hard to pull yourself away from its compelling hold. Drinkable now, but best from 2025."

94 // Wine Advocate

"Scents of leather, violets, cherries and strawberries mark the nose of the 2021 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Réservée, tasted as a representative assemblage from several foudres. Medium to full-bodied, it's silky but firm, with a long, slightly tannic finish. As always when visiting Laurence Feraud, there are multiple cuvées and appellations to sample. In this write-up, I've concentrated on the home estate's wines from Chateauneuf du Pape, but readers shouldn't overlook the Côte du Rhône wines from the sister property, Château du Pegau, the négociant offerings under the Selection Laurence Feraud label, or her children's (Justine and Maxim) newly acquired, certified organic estate, Domaine Porte Rouge. According to Feraud, with 2021, "We're back to an old style of vintage. For me, Châteauneuf du Pape is spicy, a bit rustic but not a big, fat, jammy wine"

94 // Vinous

"The 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée is slightly reductive. After some time in the glass, it unveils predominantly red fruit aromatics, dried herbs and a dash of white pepper. Not as powerful as either the 2020 or 2019, but packed with ample finesse and beautifully layered. It is a full-bodied, neatly structured offering with a bright finish."

91 // Jeb Dunnuck

"Not yet bottled, the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape has a classic perfume of Provençal garrigue, saddle leather, ground pepper, redcurrants, and tons of garrigue-like herbal nuances. This medium-bodied, elegant, nicely balanced Pegau has fine tannins and a juicy style not too dissimilar to the 2008, although I'm not sure it's going to match that vintage in overall quality. Time will tell, and this should end up being an outstanding wine from this estate."

Product Details

Red

2021

Grenache Blend

Domaine du Pegau

Rhone Valley, France

10-15 Years

Stelvin

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

Organic

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Tuesday, January 07, 2025

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Description

Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée 2021 stands out as a classic example of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, blending 80% Grenache, 6% Syrah, and 4% Mourvèdre, along with 10 other varieties. This flagship cuvée showcases the region's terroir with a deep, garnet color and an aromatic profile of wild blackberries, ripe cherry, ground pepper, and hints of smoked plum and dark fruit. The wine is aged in traditional foudres and barrels for 14 to 16 months, enhancing its concentration and complexity.
Praised by critics, including a 96-point rating from Wine Spectator and 95 points from James Suckling, the Cuvée Réservée 2021 is noted for its powerful, meaty depth and substantial tannins. The palate reveals a rich blend of licorice, tar, and stony character, with a long, balanced finish. Although approachable now, it has the structure to age beautifully over the next 12-15 years, evolving further complexity and finesse.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Black Cherry, Blackberry, Pepper

Palate:

Liquorice, Plum, Tar

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée 2021 stands out as a classic example of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, blending 80% Grenache, 6% Syrah, and 4% Mourvèdre, along with 10 other varieties. This flagship cuvée showcases the region's terroir with a deep, garnet color and an aromatic profile of wild blackberries, ripe cherry, ground pepper, and hints of smoked plum and dark fruit. The wine is aged in traditional foudres and barrels for 14 to 16 months, enhancing its concentration and complexity.

Praised by critics, including a 96-point rating from Wine Spectator and 95 points from James Suckling, the Cuvée Réservée 2021 is noted for its powerful, meaty depth and substantial tannins. The palate reveals a rich blend of licorice, tar, and stony character, with a long, balanced finish. Although approachable now, it has the structure to age beautifully over the next 12-15 years, evolving further complexity and finesse.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Black Cherry, Blackberry, Pepper

Palate:

Liquorice, Plum, Tar

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Red Meat

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