Domaine de Marcoux - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes rouge 2020
97/100
Decanter
94/100
Bettane & Desseauve
16/20
Jancis Robinson
"Century-Old Grenache Vines"
"With a deep color that is impressive for the vintage, the wine is extremely round, fresh, clear, and well-defined. The tannins are present and fairly firm in style, but they are ripe, and overall, it is exceptionally promising. It isn’t overwhelming in terms of fruit or body, but it is well-balanced and precise. It comes from 120-year-old vines planted on clay and sandy plots facing north in Charbonnières and Esquières.” (Decanter 2021)
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Eye
A vibrant, deep purple dress
Nose
Elegant, with aromas of ripe black and red fruits
Palate
Delicate, refined, and smooth on the palate, with a lovely finish featuring ripe fruit and freshness
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2026
Drink before
2040
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with lamb navarin, duck breast with porcini mushrooms and chestnuts, tournedos Rossini, rabbit stew, hare stew…
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
A superb, peppery, spicy nose. A velvety, deep attack, with full-bodied tannins, beautiful balance on the palate, and generous, intense flavors. Let it age for 5 years.
About the estate:
A historic landmark of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this iconic estate was long led by the Armenier sisters, who elevated it to the pinnacle of the appellation. Today, it is Vincent Estevin, Sophie’s son, who carries on the family legacy with the same high standards. Biodynamic farming remains at the heart of the estate’s approach, with meticulous care given to every plot in the vineyard. The lineup centers on four cuvées: a fresh Côtes-du-Rhône, a full-bodied and structured white, and two reds with strong personalities. The “Vieilles Vignes” cuvée impresses with its restrained power and masterful balance, while the “Tradition” cuvée continues to stand as the flagship of this exemplary estate, which shines through the precision, depth, and energy of these great terroir-driven wines.
Decanter
Wine rated (2021 guide) 97/100
About the wine:
With an impressive depth of color for the vintage, it is extremely round, fresh, clear, and well-defined. The tannins are present and quite firm in style, but they are ripe, and overall, it shows exceptional promise. It isn’t overwhelming in terms of fruit or body, but it is well-balanced and precise. It comes from 120-year-old vines planted on clay-and-sand plots facing north in Charbonnières and Esquières.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
Led by Sophie Armenier and Vincent Estevenin, the Marcoux estate has established itself at the pinnacle of the appellation. The wines possess a rare natural character and depth, along with energy and power on the palate that are not the result of any artificial aging techniques. These great, classic wines, marked by the character of ripe Grenache grapes, age beautifully. Despite high levels of ripeness, all the vintages have found their balance and appear less warm than in the past; they have gained in minerality and salinity.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16/20
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated estate (2024 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. MAXIME B. Posted on September 17, 2025
Great Châteauneuf! It's good—really good! One of my favorites!
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