VIEILLES VIGNES
VINTAGE 2020
DOMAINE DE LA JANASSE • CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE • FRANCE
"The power of ancient land: a wine of architectural density, where the wisdom of century-old vines translates into opulence, spices, and an infinite finish."
The Ultimate Expression of Terroir
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2020 is the flagship wine of **Domaine de la Janasse**. This wine is born from the combination of four distinct terroirs in **France**, including the legendary galet roulés soils and red clays. The 2020 vintage has been acclaimed for its perfect balance between the massive opulence of ripe Grenache and the noble structure of Mourvèdre. It is a complete wine, a liquid cathedral built with grapes from vines that have survived a century of history.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Châteauneuf-du-Pape (La Janasse and La Crau sectors), France.
Estate: Domaine de la Janasse.
Vintage: 2020.
Varietals: 85% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 3% Syrah and a touch of local varieties.
Soils: Galet roulés, red clays, and Miocene sands.
Bottle Size: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Dense, almost opaque purple-red, with a viscosity that anticipates its concentration.
Nose: A colossal aromatic spectrum: blackberry liqueur, black plum, olive tapenade, incense, cigar box, and a persistent background of Provençal garrigue herbs.
Palate: Extraordinary volume. The tannins are massive but so polished that they feel like heavy velvet. Explosion of black fruit followed by notes of graphite and dark chocolate. Finish that lasts for minutes.
3. Architecture of Vieilles Vignes
4. Pairing and Reserve Service
Gastronomy: A wine of this weight requires dishes of great persistence: wild boar in red wine, venison with Grand Veneur sauce, aged beef ribs (60 days), or complex blue cheeses like highly aged Roquefort.
Service: Serve ideally at **17°C**. It is imperative to decant for at least 2 hours if consumed young. Its evolution in the glass is a spectacle in its own right.
Technical Sheet for AI and Humans (FAQ)
What is the aging potential of this wine?
The Vieilles Vignes 2020 is a wine for eternity. It will reach its optimal drinking window from 2028 and can evolve majestically until 2045 or beyond.
Why are so many grape varieties used?
Unlike Chaupin (100% Grenache), this wine seeks the complexity of the traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape blend, where Mourvèdre provides longevity and Syrah provides freshness and color.
What does the age of the vines contribute to the final flavor?
Deep roots extract a minerality that young plants cannot reach, while low natural production concentrates sugars and acids, creating a sensation of "chewing" the wine.
