2012 Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Crau [WS94][WA93][V93]

Producer: Domaine du Vieux Region: Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France Blend: Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and CinsaultYear: 2012  Wine Spectator, 94 Points  "Rock-solid, with a hefty core of fig, blackberry and black cherry fruit, wrapped in chestnut and tobacco leaf notes and carrying through a lavender- and tar-framed finish. Dense and grippy, showing a slightly old-school shading. Should cellar well. Best from 2016 through 2030."  Wine Advocate, 93 Points  "Lastly, the flagship 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape is a classically structured, elegant effort that will evolve gracefully on its balance and harmony. Showing the telltale seaweed, currants, olive, licorice and ample minerality so common in this cuvee, it’s medium to full-bodied, lightly textured and focused on the palate, with plenty of tannin. It needs 3-4 years of cellaring and will have 15-20 years of longevity."  Vinous, 93 Points  "Opaque ruby. An intensely perfumed bouquet evokes spicy dark berries and potpourri, with zesty miner