Domaine Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Mon Aieul 2018
This 2018 Cuvée de Mon Aïeul from Domaine Pierre Usseglio is a vibrant expression of venerable old‑vine Grenache from Châteauneuf‑du‑Pape. It unfolds with sumptuous dark‑berry preserves, subtle herbes de Provence and crushed stone, all rendered with an airy texture and poised freshness.
Tasting
- Aroma
- black fig and boysenberry preserves with crushed thyme and stone
- Palate
- pure‑fruited Grenache with weightless texture and feathery tannins
- Finish
- long, spicy, mineral‑tinged grace
Pairs with
- braised lamb with herbs de Provence
- wild boar ragu
- aged hard cheeses
Vineyard & Cellar
- Vinification
- We make a plot selection to develop this cuvée. Only vines aged 75 to 90 years are used in the final assembly, they come from plots in La Crau, Les Bédines and Les Serres.
From the Archive
Breeding: The wines remain in concrete tanks in order to obtain an expressive fruitiness. BEST OF WINE: The optimal period for drinking is between 10 and 15 years.
Tasting: The “Cuvée de mon Aïeul” is a pure and concentrated wine. The nose is very complex with notes of raspberries, licorice and spices. It is a powerful wine with great elegance.
From the Producer
We did not do any destemming for this vintage and the vatting is followed by thermoregulation, it lasts from 30 to 40 days.