Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Châteauneuf-du-Pape les Trois Sources 1500ml 3pk 2018
Organic and biodynamic approaches, minimal intervention and a great love for the terroir have always displayed the essence of Vieille Julienne. Jean-Paul Daumen took over from his father in 1992 and has since become one of the most iconic, innovative and respected producers of the Rhone. In addition to his Vieille Julienne label, Jean-Paul is also making wines under his biodynamic negoc label ‘Daumen’. Even if these wines have the intention to be more accessible, they are anything but simple. Read More
Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Châteauneuf-du-Pape les Trois Sources 12pk 2018
This is vibrantly fruity full of forest berries and good juice on the palate with quite a firm, slightly hard strictness to the tannins, but it contributes to a sense of drinkability, direction and straightness. An agreeably authentic expression. Biodynamic. Vinified in concrete in a cool cellar (around 18 ̊C) so the fermentation starts slowly. All destemmed apart from just 20% of old vine Grenache.
Rating: 93 Points
Source: Matt Walls, Decanter, Southern Rhône 2018 report: The top scorers
Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Châteauneuf-du-Pape les Trois Sources 12pk 2018
Tank sample. Extraordinary blueberry fruit - really juicy and delicious. Super-floral too, really expressive and opulent. A great triumph in this vintage, one of the purest and most delicious expressions of Grenache, with firmness but mouth-watering juciness as well. It's a drinkable, upfront style and the complexity will take time to emerge.
Rating: 17.5
Source: Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com (December 2019)
