Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Roussanne 2002
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Pale yellow. Acacia flowers and honey on the nose. Very rich.
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Lovely oily feel, with lush, ripe papaya, star fruit, almond, anise and peach flavors that don't quit. Long and creamy, it picks up some Burgundian-style toast along the way as well. Broad on the finish, this is loaded with gorgeous fruit.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The renowned 100% old vine Roussanne, the 2002 Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Vieilles Vignes (from 86-year old vines), does not possess the power typically found in this cuvee. Nevertheless, it is an outstanding effort with more elegance and lightness, which may appeal to those who generally find this offering too rich and liqueur-like. Allspice intermixed with acacia flowers, honey, and butter make an appearance in this medium-bodied 2002. With admirable depth and ripeness, it is a tribute to the draconian selection process practiced by Chateau Beaucastel in this vintage.
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The first evidence of Château de Beaucastel as it exists today is in the sixteenth century. In 1909, Pierre Traminer bought the estate and then transferred it to his son-in-law Pierre Perrin, a scientist who further developed Beaucastel. His son, Jacques, continued his father’s efforts until 1978 and today, the torch is carried by Jacques’ sons, Jean-Pierre and François. They are joined by the fifth generation of Perrins—Marc, Pierre, Thomas, Cécile, Charles, Matthieu, and César.
The vineyards of Château de Beaucastel are located on historic land where each of the 13 approved grapes varietals of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation are planted. The art of blending these 13 grapes has been passed down from one generation to the next. Beaucastel is, first of all, a family story, the story of Famille Perrin. Their main strength is being able to blend the talents of each family member to run the wine estate under common values: absolute respect for land and terroir; biodynamic culture as a philosophy of life; and the research of truth, balance, and elegance.