Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reservee 2007 Domaine du Pegau

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Domaine du Pegau
Vintage	2007
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Grape	Rhone Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2032
Stock	0
Volume	3,0
Condition	PerfectWax capsule damaged
Label	Perfect
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (95)

The 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Reservee (of which I was lucky to find a magnum on a Paris bistro’s wine list a week after my tasting at the estate) is a brilliant effort that ranks alongside the colossal 2003 Cuvee Reservee. A blend of approximately 85% Grenache, 8-9% Syrah, and the rest Mourvedre and other varietals from 50-100+ year old vines aged in foudre, it exhibits a dense plum/purple color along with a big, sweet bouquet of beef blood, grilled herbs, barbecue smoke, lavender, sweet cassis and kirsch and a hint of Asian soy. The wine possesses a fabulous texture, a full-bodied mouthfeel and a seamless integration of tannin, acidity and alcohol. Certainly the alcohol level is pushing 16% in this wine. With extraordinary texture and unctuosity, this remarkable effort should drink well for 20+ years yet be very appealing in its youth given the glycerin, velvety texture, and remarkable complexity.

Winespectator (95)

This packs it all together, with the ripe plum sauce, braised fig and currant paste notes of the vintage matched with invigorating hoisin sauce, brick dust and grilled beef notes. The long finish drips with fruit, but stays framed by a wild edge that keeps this firmly planted in?terroir.

BOW (8.75)