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The November 2018 Distinguished Cellar Auction

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Auction Ends: 11/8/2018 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #657. Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Crau 2003

Description: Consists of 1 Magnum, 1.5L
Score: 94 WSM.
"From the Plateau de la Crau in the southeast portion of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the Bruniers produce this wine from vines averaging 50 years of age. The brooding, densely ripe 2003 feels richer and bigger than the 2001 or 1998, yet the weight is perfectly supported by its tannic structure. Velvety flavors of blackberry, black cherry, chocolate and clove are gripping and focused. As lovely as this is now, it will be even more expressive with [time] . . ." Wine & Spirits Magazine, Feb 2007
Provenance: The Étalon Cellar
Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $70

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