2015 Chateuneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes
By Domaine de la Janasse
2015 Chateuneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes from Domaine de la Janasse, Rhone
An iconic apex in the rich tapestry of southern Rhone wines, the 2015 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes from Domaine de la Janasse augurs a timeless voyage into the realm of fine wine investment. This particular vintage represents an extraordinary year in Rhone, gifting us with an offering that is both intimidating and lush, riveting and luscious.
An Elegant Dance of Terroir and Talent
Domaine de la Janasse has long been a beacon of mastery in the celestial constellation of wine producers. In 2015, they have expertly harnessed an unruly symphony of nature’s finest elements, to give birth to this exceptional wine. A swaddling hot summer punctuated by cool nights has produced a wine that sashays between formidable power and delightful finesse.
With a resounding melody of Grenache, Mourvedre, and Syrah etching the canvas of old vines, the 2015 Vieilles Vignes transcends expectation. Each sip unveils tempestuous layers of black fruits and intoxicating spices, enveloped in silky tannins that gently pirouette on the palate.
Heralding La Belle Année: 2015
Truly exceptional years are often singled out as ‘La Belle Année’ - the Beautiful Year. For southern Rhone wines, 2015 certainly earns this distinction. The extraordinarily consistent temperatures and climatic conditions swept across Rhone like a divine brushstroke, scripting the genesis of this noble wine.
The 2015 vintage makes a compelling argument for patient possession. Wine investors could do well to consider the age-worthy 2015 Chateuneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes from Domaine de la Janasse as an essential embroidery in the fabric of their portfolio.
The theatrical interplay of climate, topography and human touch in this 2015 vintage stands as a testament to the enduring allure of Chateuneuf-du-Pape wines. The roving footprints of time will undoubtedly elevate this Vieilles Vignes into a paragon of viticultural transcendence.
Timeless Elegance Meets Investment Insight
The 2015 Chateuneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes marries timeless elegance with astute investment insight, offering wine aficionados a preconditioned voyage into an illustrious future. Truly, this epitomises what fine wine investment can embody when one invests both in stories of the earth and promising returns.
Market price (SGD)
$980.00
12x75cl
Highest score
98
POP score
32.78
Scores and tasting notes
The 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Vieilles Vignes is a tour de force. Raspberry and apricot-scented fruit, rich chocolate notes and an incredible whirlwind of spice are delivered in this full-bodied wine that shows no heat, just waves of flavor. It should drink well for 20 years or more.
Joe Czerwinski - The Wine Advocate, 31 October 2017