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Vieux Télégraphe Blanc 2024 – Châteauneuf-du-Pape (JS)

(98) Lots of peach skin, mango and fresh herbs follow through to a full body with density, a layered palate and a phenolic texture. Very solid. Classic. Really great. A memorable white. A blend of 40% clairette, 25% grenache blanc, 25% roussanne and 10% bourboulenc. Drink or hold.

Vieux Télégraphe Blanc 2025 – CDP (Kevin Davy)

(96) So textural, chalky, expressive and savory. On the nose it has dried lemons, pears, sweet spices, wildflowers and anise. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Round, focused and attractive. Long finish. Drink or hold.

Télégramme 2023 – CDP (Kevin Davy)

(94) Bright and lively, with sweet cherries, sweet spices, dried orange peel and some smoked meat on the nose. It’s full-bodied with fine tannins, a juicy character, a core of bright red fruit and a delicious finish. Drink or hold.

Télégramme 2024 – CDP (Kevin Davy)

(95) A well-balanced, crunchy and succulent grenache-dominant red. On the nose it shows sweet cherries, strawberries and some warm spices. Full-bodied with fine, ripe tannins. Generously fruited but balanced, with spice and orange peel character. Focused and flavorful. Drink or hold.

Vieux Télégraphe Rouge 2023 – CDP (JS)

(98) Strawberry with rose stems, tar, spice and fresh herb like lemongrass and basil. Medium- to full-bodied with a density of fruit and juiciness, with dry strawberry, cherry and cedar on the finish. Classic and serious. 35% whole cluster fermentation with natural ferments. This is real Chateauneuf. A blend of 70% grenache, 15% mourvedre and 15% syrah. Drink or hold.

Vieux Télégraphe Rouge 2024 – CDP (Kevin Davy)

(96) A bright wine with a precise and vivid character. On the nose it shows forest berries, hot stones, dried herbs and a hint of dried orange peel. It’s full-bodied with fine tannins. Textured and succulent on the palate, with flavors of juicy red fruit, spices and flowers. Long, lively, peppery finish. Drink or hold.

Vieux Télégraphe Rouge 2009 – CDP (Kevin Davy)

(95) Polished, integrated and linear, with aromas of prunes, warm spices, roasted meat, black pepper and some dried flowers. Medium-bodied with melted tannins. Powdery and well rounded with a spicy lift. Drink now.