It's one of the finest Merlots in the world
and textural
the building tannins of the vintage
Aged for 38 months in 94% new French oak
From the outset the winemaker has been Dirk Hampson
2009 Domaine la Millere Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Wine It's one of the finest"A brilliant, serious wine, the 2009 Domaine La Millire Chteauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is a blend of 60% very old vine Grenache (planted in 1891 and 1920), with the balance an even split of Mourvdre, Syrah, Cinsault, and Counoise. Aged in both older barrels and foudre, it sports fabulous aromas of mineral tinged black cherries, raspberries, licorice, charred earth, and garrigue. Full bodied and powerful on the palate, with a firm, structured mouth