The classic 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve Vieilles Vignes exhibits a dark ruby/purple color along with copious aromas of garrigue, pepper, black cherries, spice box and hints of lead pencil shavings and Christmas fruitcake. Medium to full-bodied, precocious and fruit-forward, it can be enjoyed over the next ten years.
Various American importers, including: T. Edward Wines Ltd., New York, NY; tel. (212) 233-1504; Ideal Wines & Spirits, Medford, MA; tel. (617) 395-3300; Charles Neal Selections, San Francisco, CA; www.charlesnealselections.com; New France Wines, MN and Potomac Selections, Landover, MD; tel. (301) 583-8844