Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee de Mon Aieul Pierre Usseglio 2007
Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee de Mon Aieul Pierre Usseglio 2007 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity gentle; oak influence is little. Good with lamb, roast vegetables, barbecue, beef stew. Cheapest offer £150.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateauneuf du Pape Barbe Rac Chapoutier 1995 M. Chapoutier · Rhône | £150.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reservee Pegau 2003 Domaine du Pegau · Rhône | £150.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve des Deux Freres Pierre Usseglio 2016 Domaine Pierre Usseglio · Rhône | £151.00 | |||
| Mordoree Chateauneuf du Pape La Plume du Peintre 2019 Mordoree · Rhone | £148.33 |
The Cuvée Mon Aïeul is a prestigious wine produced by Domaine Pierre Usseglio & Fils, a family-owned winery in the heart of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The name "Mon Aïeul" means "My Ancestor" in French, honouring the family`s winemaking heritage. The 2007 vintage is particularly noteworthy as it was an exceptional year in the Southern Rhône, resulting in powerful and well-structured wines. The 2007 vintage is primarily made from old-vine Grenache, with small percentages of Syrah and Mourvèdre contributing additional depth and complexity. The wine offers intense aromas of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and black cherries, along with notes of garrigue, lavender, liquorice, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with a velvety texture, well-integrated tannins, and a long, persistent finish.