Dom. du Vieux Telepgraphe, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2023

Get to know: Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape

A quintessential French red wine from the famed Châteauneuf-du-Pape region in the Southern Rhône Valley.

Tasting Note

Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe is a classic, elegant red that showcases the depth and complexity of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Deep ruby in colour with violet highlights, it opens with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, Provençal herbs, and a subtle hint of spice. On the palate, the Grenache-led blend (65% Grenache Noir, with Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault, Clairette, and others) delivers rich red and dark fruit flavours, fine tannins, and a pronounced minerality from the unique rounded stones “galets roulés” terroir. It finishes long, structured, and silky, offering both immediate pleasure and the potential to age gracefully for decades.

Top food pairings:

• Slow-roasted lamb with rosemary and garlic
• Grilled Provençal vegetables and ratatouille
• Mature cheeses such as Comté or aged goat’s cheese

Kate Says

"Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe is one of those iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape producers that really lets the terroir shine. The stony Plateau de la Crau gives the wines their incredible minerality and structure, while the careful Grenache-led blend brings elegance and ripe fruit. Every sip shows the skill and patience of the Brunier family – it’s a red that rewards both now and after years in the cellar."

Producer Info

Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe has been a family-run estate since 1891, now guided by the fifth and sixth generations of the Brunier family. Nestled on the stony Plateau de la Crau, the vineyards benefit from the iconic “galets roulés” that give the wines their signature minerality. The estate combines traditional winemaking philosophy with meticulous vineyard care, producing wines that are elegant, structured, and expressive of Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir.

How it’s made:

• Varieties: 65% Grenache Noir, 15% Mourvèdre, 15% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, Clairette, and sundry others
• Harvested and selectively destemmed to preserve fruit purity
• Gentle pressing followed by 30–40 days of traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel and wooden vats
• Pneumatic pressing and systematic malolactic fermentation
• Aged 20–22 months in 60hl French oak foudres; bottled unfined and unfiltered

Good to know:

• Region: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, France
• Style: Red, still, full-bodied
• Closure: Cork
• Vegan: Yes
• ABV: 14.5%
• Vintage: 2023

Why we love it:

This Châteauneuf-du-Pape red offers the perfect combination of rich Grenache fruit, subtle spice, and refined minerality. Elegant yet powerful, it’s a wine that harmonises beautifully with robust cuisine and will develop remarkable complexity over the years, making it a true classic of the Southern Rhône.