Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - La Part des Anges - Red - 2022

Wine:

An ode to Mourvèdre (70%), balanced by Grenache and Syrah, the 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Part des Anges Red continues the estate’s commitment to whole-cluster vinification in new demi-muids and large oak casks—a technique introduced last year to deliver a more precise, integrated oak influence from the wine’s youth. The result is seamless: from the first pour, it reveals sumptuous aromas of roasted notes, dark chocolate, wild herbs, and black olive tapenade, with layers of blackberry compote and exotic spice. On the palate, it’s rich and expansive, with impressive depth and structure. Firm, powerful tannins frame a complex core, lifted by touches of thyme and bay leaf that bring a savoury southern accent. Outstanding length, remarkable poise, and the kind of ageing potential only the finest cuvées can claim. Rated 95/100 by The Wine Advocate.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification. Matured in new demi-muids.

Color:

Dark, brilliant garnet red.

Nose:

Toasted aromas, a hint of chocolate and spices.

Palate:

The palate unfolds with striking aromatic depth, layered with complex flavours and supported by a rich, full-bodied structure. A wine of both power and refinement.

Temperature:

Serve at 14 to 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef sirloin on a bed of mashed potatoes with shallots, saltimbocca with speck and pecorino, penne with chickpeas and grilled beetroot.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

A leading name in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Usseglio Raymond & Fils is one of the most sought-after estates in the region. Known for crafting wines of remarkable depth and balance, the domaine follows organic and biodynamic practices, consistently standing out for its precision, energy, and class—qualities few can match with such regularity.

Long praised by The Wine Advocate (Parker), their wines have become increasingly difficult to secure. As soon as a new vintage is released, the rush begins.