The 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Vieilles Roussanne is from 100% Roussanne. Its medium gold hue is followed by gorgeous nose of honeyed peach, acacia flowers, toasted bread, and white almonds. I love its overall balance, and it's medium to full-bodied, has a pure, seamless, layered mouthfeel, terrific concentration, and outstanding length.
96 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Oct 2024)
More colour than most pure Roussannes, and plenty of intensity from the ripe fruit and generous oak ageing. Full and opulent with a rich pear flavour – very 'Châteauneuvois'. The acidity is quite surprising for the style, and there’s sandalwood, honey and spice into the long finish. A lovely example of a ripe, oaked Roussanne that finishes long and fresh. Grown on limestone soils, half aged in new barriques, half in used ones.
96 points, Matt Walls, Decanter (Jul 2024)
An enticing white, with simmering, spicy power and dimension. Crisp tangerine acidity powers through the opulent palate, rich with apricot, tropical fruit and buttered brioche. Offers the density and complexity to hold up to the oak, while salty mineral notes add savory depth. Chamomile, sun tea and toasted almond detail the long, delicious finish. Drink now through 2030. 450 cases made, 50 cases imported.
94 points, Kristen Bieler, Wine Spectator (Mar 2025)
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