Clos Saint-Jean - La Combe des Fous 2009 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Clos Saint-Jean "La Combe des Fous" 2009: The Opulence and Legend of a Great Vintage (98/100 Parker)

Cuvée Presentation: The Elite of Rhône's Grand Crus

The "La Combe des Fous" cuvée from Domaine Clos Saint-Jean has ascended to the pinnacle of global great wines. Crafted by the Maurel brothers, this exceptional cuvée takes its name from a local anecdote: when the family's grandfather decided to plant vines on this arid plateau, choked by rolled pebbles and swept by winds, the elders called him "crazy." The blend of very old, century-old Grenache and Syrah vines with perfect ripeness vindicates this audacity. Renowned for marrying phenomenal concentration with a tannin grain of aristocratic finesse, La Combe des Fous embodies the ultimate winemaking expertise of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

2009 Vintage: The Successful Alliance of Density and Generosity

The 2009 vintage is celebrated by international critics (rated 98/100 by The Wine Advocate) as a year of great mastery and a magnificently sun-drenched profile. With remarkable opulence, the 2009 shines with its brilliant juice, aromatic precision, and the nobility of its tannic structure. Now entering an ideal tasting window, this wine combines the generosity of ripe black fruit with a velvety texture that guarantees it considerable aging potential.

Conservation Status and Provenance

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

• Provenance: Private Swiss cellar (perfect thermoregulated storage).
• Liquid Level: Perfect (into the neck, original level).
• Color: Dark ruby red with purplish nuances and slightly brick-red on the rim, brilliant and clear.
• Label: New, intact, impeccable condition.
• Capsule: Perfect, hermetic, and originally sealed.
• Overall Impression: A bottle in perfect conservation condition, ready for high-end tasting.

Aromatic Profile and Food Pairings

On the nose, the wine expresses great purity: kirsch, blackberry liqueur, black tapenade, garrigue, cigar box, and hints of sweet spices. On the palate, the attack is very straightforward. The material is dense, fleshy, supported by silky tannins of great precision that extend the finish with magnificent freshness and elegance. Purchase this exceptional bottle to accompany a seven-hour slow-roasted lamb shoulder with Herbs de Provence, a venison fillet with cranberries, or roasted squab with truffles.