Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 2012 Domaine de la Janasse

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Domaine de la Janasse
Vintage	2012
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Grape	Rhone Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2017-2030
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2016-2030
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (97)

Most likely one of the top 2-3 wines produced, the 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is a rough blend of 80-85% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre (which was harvested October 10) and the balance Syrah, that hit 15.4% natural alcohol. Seeing the same elevage as the 2011, it sports an inky purple color as well as spectacular array of black and blue fruits, violets, liquid flowers and underbrush to go with an energetic, seamless and full-bodied profile on the palate. Lighter weight than the 2007 and 2010, it possesses notable freshness, purity and elegance. It should benefit from short-term cellaring and thrill for upward of two decades.

Winespectator (96)

Tightly coiled for now, this features an intense, vivid core of anise, blackberry coulis, plum paste and macerated fig fruit, with black tea, smoldering tobacco and warm ganache notes. Long and dense, but very silky, with gorgeous violet and pastis details lingering in the background. Should unwind with time.

BOW (9)