Clos Saint-Jean - Deus-Ex Machina 2009 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Clos Saint-Jean "Deus Ex Machina" 2009: The Voluptuousness and Opulence of a Great Vintage (99/100 Parker)

Cuvée Presentation: The Excellence of the Southern Rhône

Produced in very limited quantities by Pascal and Vincent Maurel at Domaine Clos Saint-Jean, "Deus Ex Machina" has established itself as one of the most sought-after wines on the planet. Sourced from the estate's elite parcels (notably the renowned La Crau sector), this cru combines the deliciousness of very old Grenache with the structured depth of Mourvèdre. Vinified with meticulous care, it represents the quintessence of great modern Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Description of the 2009 Vintage: Sunny Hedonism at Maturity

Hailed by international critics and rated 99/100 by Robert Parker, the 2009 vintage is an ode to indulgence. Thanks to a warm and sunny summer, the Deus Ex Machina 2009 cuvée unfolds with a velvety body, exuberant aromatic richness, and infinitely soft tannins. Now perfectly blossomed after more than 15 years of aging, this wine offers a tasting of magical opulence, where the power of the alcohol is perfectly integrated into a material of great nobility.

Condition and Provenance

Coming directly from the private cellar of a knowledgeable Swiss wine enthusiast, this bottle boasts an impeccable presentation.

• Provenance: Private Swiss collection (optimal temperature-controlled storage).
• Liquid Level: Perfect (into the neck, original level).
• Color: Intense purple-red with brilliant garnet reflections and good opacity.
• Label: New, perfectly clean, intact.
• Capsule: Impeccable, airtight, and originally sealed.
• Overall Impression: A bottle in pristine condition, ready for a memorable tasting.

Aromatic Profile and Food Pairings

On the nose, the wine reveals an enchanting symphony: kirsch, black fig compote, blackcurrant cream, lavender, garrigue, dark chocolate, and nuances of sweet spices. On the palate, the attack is suave, ample, and enveloping. The texture shows exceptional richness, coating the palate with ripe, velvety fruit supported by a remarkably persistent finish. Buy this grand cru to accompany a roasted leg of lamb with garlic and rosemary, a veal chop with morels, or a wild boar haunch.