TN: 2000 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Crau

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• 2000 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Crau - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (6/16/2013)
  Cellared since release, perfect cork and fill. Pop and pour. Dark red core, lighter/brighter at rim but no bricking. Cherry and tobacco on the nose. Medium body, cherry and tobacco follow the nose with a bit of forest floor to add complexity, nicely balanced, hint of ashy tannins on the back palate, medium finish. Holds its own over a few hours without any fading, developing a bit more complex sweetness and a hint of chocolate. In a nice spot now and should continue to drink well, perhaps becoming more complex, over the next 5-10 years. Outstanding.