2020 Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Impériale

Community Tasting Notes (3) Avg Score: 94 points

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  11/30/2023 - Sanlucar Likes this wine: 93 Points

  Bottle variation is quite notable; we consumed 2 bottles and they were quite different from each other, but both were earthy and very delicious. First was heavy on Grenache - wild roses, tart strawberries and rhubarb; and the second was heavy on Mourvedre - black fruit, spice, road tar and bitumen notes. I preferred the 2nd bottle (94) but the first was also very good (92). My scores averaged out to 93, but I would hope for more consistency from future bottles.

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  9/9/2023 - Martin Amis Likes this wine: 94 Points

  This wine’s killer. Red fruit grenache that’s light on its feet (for a CDP) with a finish that lasts and lasts. Great acidity and balance. Excellent.

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  1/27/2023 - Jeff Leve wrote: 95 Points

  Flowers, red and black cherries, kirsch and plums are all over the place here. On the palate the wine is medium/full-bodied, earthy and fresh. There is lift, depth of flavor and a strong sensation of black pepper, crushed rocks, stones and sweet, lively red fruits with a touch of chocolate in the finish. From vines close to 120 years of age, the old-vine intensity defines the wine. Drink from 2024-2040.

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