2012 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence
By Domaine de Pegau
2012 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence from Domaine de Pegau, Rhone, Rest of the World
Domaine de Pegau has established an unshakeable reputation as producers of fine wine. Amongst the dazzling constellation of their collection, the 2012 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence stands out as an enigmatic jewel. Every sophisticated sip reveals the intricate mastery behind this red blend from the Rhone region.
An exceptional year, a priceless investment
The opportunity to invest in a piece of 2012 Rhone's vintage bloom comes rarely. This year was marked by climatic conditions favouring an optimal balance of sugar and acidity in the grapes. The result is encapsulated in the 2012 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence - a red blend that cleverly integrates floral delicacy with the robust character of fruits.
Dip into a glass and find yourself enveloped in the voluptuous allure of black cherries with hints of roses and wild herbs lingering effortlessly in the background. In fact, it feels as though you're tasting the very essence of the particular year—an elegant ballet of warmth and ripeness that sets 2012 apart from its siblings.
A window into Rhone's treasure trove
In unwrapping this cuvée, one gets stunning insights into the varietal expression unique to Rhone. The Grenache grapes provide a backbone of silky dark fruit while Mourvèdre and Syrah inject an element of complexity, spicing up this harmonious ensemble.
Experience how this wine evolves in your glass; brush strokes from an artist crafting a canvas of cedar, spice, liquorice and cherry compote. It's a testament to the Pegau house's talent in harnessing varietal harmony to create a wine that is — quite simply — a symphony for the senses.
Immortality embodied in a bottle
This 2012 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Laurence from Domaine de Pegau strikes an irreplaceable chord in the world of vinous virtuosity. It proves age-worthy and is expected to develop astonishingly over time. Indeed, for fine wine investors, it represents not just a superbly crafted wine, but a snapshot of an irreplicable year - forever immortalised in each bottle.
Drinking this is like watching an enchanting performance unfurl; myriad experiences unveiled with each passing act. It's a rare beauty created by one of Rhone's most celebrated artists, destined to achieve incredible returns as much as it's destined to inspire awe. In essence, the epitome of what fine wine investment truly signifies.
Market price (GBP)
£840.00
12x75cl
Highest score
96
POP score
52.5
Scores and tasting notes
Previously unreviewed by The Wine Advocate, the 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Laurence is 80% Grenache, 6% Syrah, 4% Mourvèdre and the balance a mix of other authorized varieties. After approximately four years in foudre, it shows intense scents of leather, cherries, apricots and cocoa. It's full-bodied and supple, approachable now but capable of aging for up to two decades. It's a terrific example of this cuvée and how Grenache can benefit from extended élevage.
Joe Czerwinski - The Wine Advocate, 31 August 2018