Clos Saint-Jean - Deus-Ex Machina 2015 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Clos Saint-Jean "Deus Ex Machina" 2015: The Nobility and Precision of a Great Vintage (98/100 Parker)

Cuvée Presentation: The Elite of Rhône Grand Crus

Clos Saint-Jean's "Deus Ex Machina" cuvée has reached the pinnacle of global great wines. Crafted by the Maurel brothers, this exceptional cuvée derives its rarity from the blend of very old, century-old Grenache vines and perfectly ripe Mourvèdre. Renowned for marrying phenomenal concentration with an aristocratic tannic grain, Deus Ex Machina embodies the ultimate savoir-faire of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

2015 Vintage: The Successful Alliance of Density and Freshness

The 2015 vintage is celebrated by international critics (rated 98/100 by The Wine Advocate) as a year of great mastery. Less sun-drenched than 2009 but more structured, the 2015 shines with its vibrant juice, aromatic precision, and the nobility of its tannic structure. Now entering an ideal tasting window, this wine combines the generosity of dark fruit with a mineral freshness that still guarantees considerable aging potential.

Condition and Provenance

From the private cellar of a particularly discerning Swiss collector, this bottle offers absolute guarantees of integrity.

• Provenance: Private Swiss cellar (perfect thermoregulated storage).
• Fill Level: Perfect (into the neck, original level).
• Color: Dark ruby red with purple nuances, bright and clear.
• Label: New, intact, impeccable condition.
• Capsule: Perfect, airtight, and originally sealed.
• Overall Impression: A bottle in perfect conservation, ready for high-level tasting.

Aromatic Profile and Gastronomic Pairings

On the nose, the wine expresses great purity: wild blackberry, ripe blackcurrant, ground black pepper, tar, violet, garrigue, and hints of black tea. On the palate, the attack is very straightforward. The texture is dense, fleshy, supported by silky, highly precise tannins that stretch the finish with magnificent freshness and elegance. Purchase this exceptional bottle to accompany a grilled beef steak with vine shoots, duck breast with Szechuan peppers, or a lamb tagine with prunes and almonds.