2007 Domaine du Pégau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée
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Wednesday, August 10, 2011 - My first tasting had a 2-hour decanting time, which revealed a heavenly nose of red cherry, French earth, mild oak, vanilla, and raspberry. It was really more of an aromatic wine that captivated and mesmerized ones drinker. After 2 hours, the body lightens up, and becomes almost medium-bodied exhibiting an elegant style that opens up very gracefully and weaves through the palate with flavors of braised fig, hoisin, spice and grilled meat unraveling through the many layers of subtle red and blue fruit nuances that have already been introduced at the onset, but comes back in a layered manner. Given enough time to breathe, it becomes charming, seductive, and remarkably elegant. Just as a warning, it may dominate your dinner conversation. Drink from 2011 with 2 hours of decanting, or from 2013 to 2025.
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Comment posted by Champagneinhand:
3/18/2013 7:42:00 PM - Pegau, like Beaucastel is loved buy many for this great wine that has so many flavors packed in that come out at different times throughout the night. I have 2 bottles of the Pegau left and 3 of the Beau's. I think 2010 will be quite similar as the '07 is turning out like the '03, which was in my top 5 last year. If you can find more, buy them. I bought a 3L of the 2010, as well as some 750s. I will save the big one for a great family or off-line event in 6-10 years. I think these 2 wines use more Mouvedre than the others which rely heavily on Grenache. Look towards Bandols for a similar blend. I like the Clos du Pape, but I drank it much to early, last September.