{"product_id":"usseglio-pierre-chateauneuf-du-pape-cuvee-de-mon-aieul-2018","title":"Usseglio, Pierre Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee de mon Aieul 2018","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePierre Usseglio Châteauneuf-du-Pape “Cuvée de Mon Aïeul” 2018\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA powerful and deeply expressive old-vine Grenache, Cuvée de Mon Aïeul is Pierre Usseglio’s flagship bottling and one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most sought-after wines. Sourced from century-old vines planted in the famed La Crau and other prime lieux-dits, this cuvée is crafted only in select vintages and represents the most concentrated and age-worthy expression of the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2018 vintage opens with an opulent bouquet of ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with garrigue, licorice, and sweet spice. Notes of smoked meat, olive tapenade, and dark chocolate add complexity. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and richly textured, with dense yet polished tannins and balanced acidity. Waves of dark fruit, savory herbs, and mineral undertones build toward a long, powerful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhile generous and approachable with extended decanting, the 2018 Cuvée de Mon Aïeul has the structure and depth to evolve beautifully over the next two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Predominantly old-vine Grenache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e La Crau and select old-vine parcels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Powerful, concentrated, age-worthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Roast lamb, braised beef, Provençal dishes, aged cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Drink from 2025 with decanting; peak potential through 2045+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA commanding and luxurious Châteauneuf-du-Pape that showcases the depth and pedigree of old-vine Grenache at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premium Wine Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48933249253616,"sku":"USSEGLIO, PIERRE CNDP AIEUL 18","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2236\/1328\/files\/106659.png?v=1772797415","url":"https:\/\/premiumwinedirect.com\/products\/usseglio-pierre-chateauneuf-du-pape-cuvee-de-mon-aieul-2018","provider":"Premium Wine Direct ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}