Côtes du Rhône ‘Clavin’ 2011 Domaine de La Vieille Julienne
Domaine de la Vieille Julienne is one of the oldest vineyards in the region, with an average of 50 years old vines and, is regarded today as one of the best and most innovative in the appellation.
Côtes du Rhône Clavin is a fantastic wine from a humble appellation. Rich on the palate with flavours of cherry, white pepper and bold spice. Simply delicious. Only 20,000 bottles are made every year.
French red wine from South Rhone Valley France, made with Grenache and Syrah.
About the producer: Domaine de La Vieille Julienne
Domaine de la Vieille Julienne was acquired in 1905 by the Daumen family. The vineyard was mainly planted at the time and is one of the oldest in the region with an average of 50 years old vines. Jean Paul Daumen joined the estate in 1990. Following a biodynamic approach, the quality of the wines produced increased and the domaine is regarded today as one of the best and most innovative in the appellation. In 2010 Jean Paul also started a small negociant activity in order to produce a Vin de Pays. View our selection.
Vineyard & Winemaking
10 hectares of vines are located in the north of Châteauneuf du Pape and another 5 hectares within the Côtes du Rhône AOC. The vineyard is planted with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cournoise, Cinsault, Muscardin and Vaccarese for the reds and some Clairette, Bourboulenc and Marsanne for the whites. The wines are not filtered.
Wine Produced
Two Châteauneuf du Pape including a Reserve, Côtes du Rhône (2 reds including Clavin with only 20,000 bottles being produced every year and 1 white)