Name: 2019 Domaine Bosquet des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape A la Gloire de Mon Grand-Pere - 750 ml
Brand: Domaine Bosquet des Papes
SKU: 99347-750-AI
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2019 Domaine Bosquet des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape A la Gloire de Mon Grand-Pere

96+ JD

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96 WS

93 RP

Featured Review

Almost all Grenache, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape A La Gloire De Mon Grand-Père comes from the La Gardiole lieu-dit and was aged 80% in demi-muids and 20% in foudre. Its deep purple/plum color is followed by a stunning array of black cherry, blackberry, and ripe strawberry fruits as well as candied flowers, orange blossom, and toasted spice. As with the old vine cuvée, the tannins have a firm edge and it's built with short-term cellaring in mind, yet the purity is brilliant, I love its balance, and this is just a stunning Grenache that's going to have two decades of pure pleasure giving. Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck | 96+ JD

This is packed, featuring juicy and energetic raspberry, blackberry and dark plum pate de fruit flavors wrapped in licorice root, black tea, singed juniper and incense notes. Everything knits tightly through the finish, with the underlying freshness extending to a lengthy finish as the juniper note leaves a mouthwatering echo. Serious, old school style. Best from 2024 through 2038. 1,500 cases made, 275 cases imported.

Wine Spectator | 96 WS

Almost all Grenache, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape A La Gloire De Mon Grand-Père comes from the La Gardiole lieu-dit and was aged 80% in demi-muids and 20% in foudre. Its deep purple/plum color is followed by a stunning array of black cherry, blackberry, and ripe strawberry fruits as well as candied flowers, orange blossom, and toasted spice. As with the old vine cuvée, the tannins have a firm edge and it’s built with short-term cellaring in mind, yet the purity is brilliant, I love its balance, and this is just a stunning Grenache that’s going to have two decades of pure pleasure giving.

Jeb Dunnuck | 96+ JD

All Grenache, aged in a combination of demi-muids and foudre, the 2019 Châteauneuf du Pape A la Gloire de Mon Grand-Père delivers black cherries and blackberries, plus hints of clove, allspice and garrigue. Full-bodied, dense and rich, with plenty of alcohol ("but less than 16%," said Nicolas Boiron), it finishes long and velvety but also a bit warm. The always-smiling, ebullient couple of Nicolas and Jeanne-Claire Boiron have an infectious enthusiasm for wine (and, seemingly, life) that makes a visit to their cellar in Cha?teauneuf du Pape a pleasure. This year, there were a couple of new wines to look at, including a limited-production Chante le Merle Blanc and a "one-time-only" Grenache cuvée drawn from sandier sites. The wines remain fairly priced for the quality, comfortably straddling the line between modern and traditional.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate | 93 RP

Type of Wine	Chateauneuf du Pape : You can expect Chateauneuf-du-Pape reds selection to wash over you with a combination of leather, game, tar, and delicious dried herbs, creating a spice mixture that commands respect from even the harshest non-believers. Chateauneuf-du-Pape whites are ever so refreshing and bold, frolicking in a field of floral notes and earthy minerals.
Varietal	Proprietary Blend : Proprietary Blend is a general term used to indicate that a wine is comprised of multiple grape varietals which are either “proprietary” to the winery or is blended and does not meet the required maximum or minimum percentage of a particular varietal. This also is the case for the grape’s place of origin, especially for region, appellation or vineyard designated wines. There are endless examples of blended wines which are labeled as “Proprietary Blend” and in conjunction with each region’s stipulated wine laws and regulations makes for a vast blanket for wines to fall into. Perhaps the simplest example is California; if a wine is to be labeled as Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, it is required to have at least 75% of the varietal (Cabernet Sauvignon) and 85% of the fruit must be cultivated from the Napa Valley wine district. If the wine does not meet the requirements, it is then labeled as Proprietary Blend.
Country	France : Wine is the lifeblood that courses through the country of France, pulsing with vigorous pride and determination. Viticulture is not just a hobby or an occupation in France; it is a passion, a cherished tradition that has been passed down through generations of wine stained hands. Winemaking is a beloved art that has been ingrained in the culture, an aptitude instilled in sons by fathers and the hallmark for which France’s reputation was built, allowing it to be renowned as, arguably, the most important wine producing country in the world. For centuries, France has been producing wines of superior quality and in much greater quantity than any other country in the world. It boasts some of the most impressive wine regions, coveted vineyards and prestigious wines on earth. The regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Sauternes and Champagne have become the benchmark, for which others aspire to become. Legendary producers such as Chateaux Margaux, Domaine De La Romanee Conti, Chapoutier, d’Yquem and Dom Perignon are idolized world-wide. France has stamped its name on nearly every style of wine, from the nectar-like sweet Sauternes to hedonistic Chateauneuf Du Papes classic Bordeaux and Burgundy, to its sparkling dominance in Champagne. Many of the most infamous grape varietals in the world, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay originated in France and are not only beloved, but utilized in the creation of some of the greatest wines on earth. French wine production commands the attention of the wine market year after year. With over 860,000 hectares under vine, and numbers close to 50 million hectoliters of wine produced annually, France dominates the market and sets the standard for not only product quality, but also quantity. France’s many contributions to the world of wine have been absolutely indispensable. The country is the originator of the term “Premier Cru,” coined the term Terroir (a French term so complex there is no literal translation) and has laid the blueprint for a structured appellation system, which others have implemented in their own countries. French vineyard techniques and winemaking practices are mimicked world-wide. California vintners have been replicating Rhone style wines for decades, South America has adopted the French varietal of Malbec and countries around the world are imitating Burgundian styled Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With vast diversity in terroir, France is home to some of the most hospitable winegrowing locations on earth. The combination of topography, geology, climate, rainfall and even the amount of sunlight combined with the long historical tradition of winegrowing and making, has allowed the vintners of France to not only hone their skills, but learn from nature to create a product that like the world in which it resides… is very much alive.
Region	Rhone : While the Northern Rhone produces only about 5% of all wine coming out of the Rhone Valley, the quality of these bottles is not to be underestimated. The terroir in this region is heavenly for growing Syrah, Viognier, Marsanne or Rousanne - the only permitted grapes in the AOC. Picture this - the Rhone flows through the valley like an azure thread piercing the landscape, a reflection of the dreamy skies hovering above the vineyards, ready to produce rainfall at a moment's notice. The rocky soil of the steep, almost surreal hillsides provides a bountiful feast for the grapevine roots. The flavors and texture of Northern Rhone wines tell you everything you need to know as soon as your lips touch the elixir, like a whisper in the vigorous valley winds As per the Southern Rhone wine, it is like taking a plunge into a whirlpool of juicy flavor. Every sip explodes forward like a crashing tsunami, bathing your tastebuds in delicious aromas of prune, chocolate, grass, and black fruit. The wines are so compelling that it can be hard to drink them casually at a social event without getting lost in their intricate textures and emotional depths. Let's set sail together, and drink deep from these luxurious bottles with our friends and loved ones.
Subregion	Southern Rhone
Appellation	Chateauneuf Du Pape

Producer	Domaine Bosquet des Papes : Winemaking in the Southern Rhone Valley is cultural, it is tradition and an inherent aptitude that has been ingrained in its inhabitants for centuries. This is no different for the Boiron family of Domaine Bosquet des Papes, who have passed down five generations of “know how” all in turn having contributed to the expansion and success of the domaine, while maintaining respect for the land and upholding the family legacy. Today, Bosquet des Papes is one of the most popular producers in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape, and with each vintage has continued to garner more and more attention from wine critics and consumers alike. Domaine Bosquets des Papes has been a working vineyard owned by the Boiron family since 1860. It was founded by Emmanuel Boiron with his first investment of a local vineyard. It was passed down to his son Joseph-Victor and then his grandson, Joseph, followed in his footsteps and created the “Clos Chantemerle” entity in 1936. Each generation increasing the property hectares at a time, always cognizant of the concern for respecting the terroir and maintaining quality. The domaine would take another great stride when Maurice, son of Joseph, bought more than 10 hectares in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape and renamed the estate: “Bosquet des Papes” in 1966. Today, the domaine is managed by Maurice’s son, Nicolas, who has contributed in his own right, adding to the vineyards, 4.5 hectares in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape and 3.5 hectares in Cotes-Du-Rhone, with which he wishes to “...ensure this decisive turning point in viticulture which is that of modernity, of the alliance between technical progress and respect for tradition, a tradition that we want to evolve in order to better adapt to the modern way of consuming wine. Today it stems from a real need for measured pleasure and a certain thirst, so to speak, for knowledge, which after all goes very well together.” Like many estates in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape, the vineyards are spread out over the appellation in key lieux-dits (site-specific vineyards) including Pignan, Mont Redon, Bois de Boursan and le Bosquets. The vineyards are planted to 27 hectares of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault, while 1.5 hectares are designated to the cultivation of Clairette, Grenache Blanc and Bourboulenc, used in the blending Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc (white). The Boiron’s 3.5 hectares in Cotes-Du-Rhone is planted to similar red grape varieties with the inclusion of Carignan, which is used in their Cotes-Du-Rhone rose. All grapes are harvested by hand in the vineyard and transported to the cellar immediately afterwards. The legendary terroir of Chateauneuf-Du-Pape is one of the major contributing factors to the success of Bosquet des Papes and its quintessential tasting profile. The soils are a mix of red sandstone, brown earth, sand and the omnipresent Galets Roules (rolled pebbles) which play a vital role in the growth and development of the vines. These large round stones retain the sun’s heat during the day and return it to the rootstocks at night. All of these components lay on a bed of clay and limestone subsoil, further adding to the complexity and typicity of the domaine’s wines. The Domaine Bosquet des Papes’ portfolio includes five red Chateauneuf’s, Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Tradition, Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes (Old Vines) Chateauneuf-Du-Pape A la Gloire de Mon Grand-Pere, Chateauneuf-Du-Pape La Folie and Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Les 7 de Pignan (sourced from 7 different parcels in the Lieu-dit of Pignan). The wines are mostly blends of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault, with exception to Les 7 de Pignan, which is 100% Grenache sourced from the oldest vines on the property. The Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc is a blend of 45% Clairette, 35% Grenache Blanc and 20% Bourboulenc. Cotes-Du-Rhone Bosquet Des Boiron (red) and Le Rose de Zara (rose), a delightful blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah and Carignan, round out the domaine collection. Total annual production for both appellations (Chateauneuf-Du-Pape and Cotes-Du-Rhone) is around 15,000 to 20,000.