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La Janasse XXL Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vallée du Rhône Rouge 2019

Rhône Valley red Châteauneuf-du-Pape

€266,67 / 75cl inc. VAT | Limited availability

This 2019 La Janasse XXL confirms the full maturity of the vintage, offering a structure that is both ample and beautifully precise. The palate unfolds with notes of ripe black plum, violet, and a mineral touch of graphite, all carried by tannins of great finesse. A Châteauneuf-du-Pape that retains a youthful momentum, promising for the future.

Format:
Appellation: Rhône
Region: Rhône
Country: N/A
Grape varieties: Southern Rhône Red Blend
Alcohol: N/A
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

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Jeb Dunnuck Tasting Note

Lastly, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape XXL is pure magic and one of the most singular wines out there. Based on 65% Grenache and the rest Syrah and other varieties, it was only 30% destemmed and brought up all in demi-muids. Where previous vintages of this beauty were almost over the top, the 2019 shows a more elegant, pure, balanced profile as well as incredible aromatics of ripe red and black fruits, herbes de Provence, ground pepper, violets, and other notes of Southern Rhône-like goodness. Incredibly powerful and opulent, it somehow manages to stay perfectly balanced, has a wonderful sense of freshness, silky yet substantial tannins, and an awesome finish. Unfortunately, there are just over 300 cases produced, so it won't be easy to find, but this ranks with the all-time greats. It deserves 4-5 years of bottle age and should evolve for 30 years if well-stored.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

Domaine de La Janasse is, first and foremost, a family story rooted in Courthézon, in the heart of the Rhône Valley. In the 1970s, Aimé Sabon began the transformation of a farm into a benchmark wine estate. Today, Christophe Sabon carries on this tradition with infectious passion, crafting wines of consistently impressive quality. The estate spans privileged terroirs that allow for the production of particularly refined Côtes-du-Rhône and universally acclaimed Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It is a pleasure to revisit the estate’s iconic cuvées, notably the Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes and the Châteauneuf-du-Pape Chaupin, both magnificent expressions of the terroir and family expertise. The range also extends to the Côtes du Rhône Villages Terre d'Argile and the Côtes du Rhône, offering a rich palette of red, white, and rosé wines. The Côtes du Rhône La Janasse eloquently testifies to the diversity and richness of this unique terroir. A beautiful family adventure, guided by a constant quest for excellence and pleasure. Among the most sought-after cuvées are the Domaine de la Janasse Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Domaine de la Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin, and Domaine de la Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Tradition—essential benchmarks for understanding the identity of the house.

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