Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - La part des Anges - Red - 2021

Wine:

An homage to Mourvèdre at 70%, balanced with Grenache and Syrah, the 2021 red Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Part des Anges introduces something new for this vintage: full vinification in new demi-muids and large foudres to create a refined wine with a nice oaky touch from the wine’s youth. The result is breathtaking—right from the start, floral notes, sugared strawberries, and hints of garrigue unfold effortlessly, showing beautiful ripeness and purity.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification with partial destemming, maceration for 5 weeks. Aged 80% in new barrels, demi-muids and foudres, 20% in concrete vats.

Certified organic and biodynamic by Demeter.

Color:

Intense, brilliant crimson red.

Nose:

Delicate aromas of red berries, strawberries and sugar, underlined by a lovely floral touch from the Grenache.

Palate:

Concentrated palate, delicate, velvety tannins on this full-bodied wine with subtle flavors of black tapenade and garrigue.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Duck breast with pink berries, grilled beef with pepper, pan-fried mushrooms with thyme.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

A powerhouse in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils is among the most sought-after estates. Their wines are stunningly vibrant and balanced, crafted with organic and biodynamic principles. Few can match this level of consistency and class.

Long praised by Robert Parker, these wines have become harder to find—the new vintage sells out almost instantly.