Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence 2018

Introducing the 2018 Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Laurence—a wine that epitomizes the art of extended aging and the rich heritage of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Crafted from a blend predominantly featuring Grenache, complemented by Syrah, Mourvèdre, and other varietals, this wine is aged for four years in old oak casks, resulting in a complex and opulent profile.

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Pungent aromas of raspberry jam, ripe blackberry, black cherry, garrigue, white pepper, and crushed rocks.

• Palate: Opulent and sensual, with flavors mirroring the nose, leading to a long-lasting finish.

Critical Acclaim:

• Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: 97 points

• “Long-time followers of this exemplary estate know that in years when there is no Cuvée da Capo, Pegau releases a Cuvée Laurence, essentially one foudre of the production held back for extended aging. The 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Laurence is opulent and sensual, bursting with pungent aromas of raspberry jam, ripe blackberry and black cherry, garrigue, white pepper and crushed rocks. It concludes with a long-lasting finish. Drink 2023-2043.”

• Vinous: 95 points

• “The 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Laurence is opulent and sensual, bursting with pungent aromas of raspberry jam, ripe blackberry and black cherry, garrigue, white pepper and crushed rocks. Essentially, this is the same wine as the Cuvée Réservée, but instead of maturing it for two years, Laurence Féraud keeps it locked away for four, leading to more concentration, slightly elevated alcohol and a firmer tannic structure. It concludes with a long-lasting finish.”

• Jeb Dunnuck: 94 points

• “Lastly, and a classic expression of the cuvée, the 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Laurence is a longer aged version of the classic Châteauneuf du Pape. It offers a wild array of peppery garrigue, herbes de Provence, saddle leather, and spices in a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling style. It has plenty of chewy tannins, but I suspect it will shine right out of the gate.”

Experience the depth and elegance of the 2018 Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Laurence—a testament to the enduring legacy of one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most esteemed estates.