Domaine Usseglio La Part des Anges

Late ripening and capricious, Mourvedre is certainly one of the most exacting varietals grown in the South of France, especially when it is situated, as here, at the northern limit of its growing region. This cuvee benefits from a rather unique elevage in order to complement the powerful tannins of the varietal.

When the wine is put in barrel for the elevage, and part of its volume evaporates, they call it La Part des Anges (The Angels' Share). La Part des Anges is a unique cuvee for a Chateauneuf-du-Pape because the Mourvedre dominates the blend at 70%, complemented by 20% Grenache and a little Syrah (10%). Count on carafing if you wish to drink this cuvee before its first 2-3 years of laying down. Because it is bottled without any filtration, some sediment — natural and beneficial to the aging process — is possible.