Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe 2004 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Presentation of the domain

Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, run by the Brunier family, is a historic landmark in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Located on the legendary La Crau plateau (rolled pebbles, mistral wind, old vines), the estate produces deep, straightforward wines designed for aging.

Presentation of the vintage

"La Crau" comes from plots of rolled pebbles on sand and red clay. Hand-harvested, partial destemming according to ripeness, long macerations, traditional aging in large tuns to preserve the fruit and straightness. Blend dominated by Grenache, complemented by Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault.

Presentation of the vintage

2004 in the Southern Rhône offers a classic and harmonious profile: clear maturity, preserved freshness, fine tannins. In Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it delivers slender, precise and persistent reds, today on a very beautiful plateau of maturity with spring.

Tasting notes

Nose of cherry and red fruits, garrigue (thyme, bay leaf), liquorice and sweet pepper. Full but taut palate, supple tannins, stony structure typical of La Crau; long, sapid finish, with a saline touch that calls for the table.

Bottle condition

Perfect level and color; worn and slightly torn label; capsule and cork intact. Wine over 10 years old: variations possible depending on storage. Sale as is.

Food and wine pairings

Lamb shoulder with herbs and mild garlic.
Provençal stew, creamy polenta.
Grilled duck breast, short jus and roasted vegetables.