WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe is known for its consistent production of high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Southern Rhone. Chateauneuf du Pape wines typically exhibit rich and complex flavors with a balance of fruit, earth, and spice, and the 2023 vintage is anticipated to continue this tradition. The wine's color is a deep red, indicative of the robust character often expected from this region.
TASTING NOTES:
Impressive fragrance and freshness are married to deep mulberries and ripe strawberries, and all this is wrapped around an ample tannin structure on the medium-bodied palate. Plenty of drive at the long, quite compact finish.
- James Suckling, 95 pts.
A seductive version, with full ripeness yet balanced restraint to the round, warm notes of red licorice and cherry, flecked with lavender and vanilla bean. A stream of graphite matches the ripeness, making for a perfumed, incense-driven, tangy finish, with dried herbs, turmeric and earth. Lovely. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault.
- Wine Spectator, 93 pts.
The spicy and red-fruited 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Télégramme is shaping up to become yet another rock-solid red Châteauneuf from the talented Brunier family. Anchored by polished tannins, the fruit-driven and expressive 2023 checks out with a refreshing finish.
- Vinous, 92 pts.
Based on 80% Grenache with smaller amounts of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault and aged 15-16 months in French oak foudres, the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape Télégramme offers ripe black cherries, minty herbs, flowers, and pepper. It's medium-bodied and has a charming, juicy, elegant mouthfeel with soft, integrated tannins and outstanding length.
- Jeb Dunnuck, 90 pts.
