Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2000

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Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2000

Producer: Clos des Papes | Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, France
Vintage: 2000 | Blend: Predominantly Grenache, with Mourvèdre, Syrah, and other permitted varietals
Drinking Window: 2006–2030+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2000 Clos des Papes is a benchmark expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape from a highly regarded vintage. Crafted from old-vine Grenache and traditional Rhône varietals, the wine balances ripeness and structure with remarkable freshness. Now beautifully mature, it offers depth, complexity, and a seamless harmony that highlights the domaine’s understated, classical style.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of dried cherry, raspberry, fig, garrigue herbs, leather, tobacco, and subtle spice.

Palate: Medium-to-full bodied and supple, with layered red and dark fruit flavours, softened tannins, and savoury undertones of earth, spice, and herbs. Elegant and well-integrated, with excellent tertiary development.

Finish: Long, refined, and savoury, with lingering notes of dried herbs, spice, and mineral freshness.

Producer Details

Clos des Papes, under the stewardship of the Avril family, is one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most revered estates. Known for its commitment to traditional viticulture and minimal intervention, the domaine produces wines of balance, purity, and longevity. The 2000 vintage exemplifies the estate’s ability to craft wines that age gracefully and express terroir with clarity.

Wine Details

Vinification: Traditional fermentation in concrete vats; aged primarily in large oak foudres
Alcohol Content: ~14% ABV
Cellaring: Drinking beautifully now, with the capacity to continue developing through 2030+

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with:
– Roast lamb or lamb shoulder
– Game birds and duck dishes
– Mushroom-based recipes
– Provençal cuisine
– Aged hard cheeses