2003 Pegau Cuvee da Capo Rhone Blend

Hedonist’s Gazette March 2006; “The three perfect Pégaü Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée da Capos are among the greatest wines I have ever tasted in my life. The 1998 was the most structured and defined, the 2000 the most exotic and opulent, and the 2003 one of the single greatest wines I have ever tasted. The Châteauneufs were all from magnums, and were decanted at least an hour in advance. The alcohol levels are in the 15-16 percent range. These old vine cuvées of primarily Grenache (90-95%), aged in neutral wood and tank, are exquisitely rich, full-flavored and intense, but velvety textured, with finishes that last for a minute or more. They have become possibly my favorite wines in the world, and all three strutted their stuff on this magical Monday in March.”