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The 1999 vintage was one of the best of the decade, but its red and white wines were somewhat overshadowed by previous vintages of exceptional quality.
The weather was rather chaotic at the start of the year, alternating between very mild periods and then suddenly much colder, with rainfall in the form of thunderstorms that kept the winegrowers on their toes. This was followed by a hot, dry summer, influenced by air masses moving up from the Sahara, which enabled the grapes to ripen well and regularly.
Although quantities remained modest, the quality of the harvest was not threatened by the rains in mid-September, and with the help of compulsory sorting, the wines are powerful and generous, with all the qualities of the greatest vintages in terms of intensity, structure and complexity, as well as ageing potential.
The red wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape 1999 began life as generous, round and rich, with notes of red and black fruit, leather, undergrowth and spices. Their fine, plentiful, well-structured tannins and fine balance of freshness have enabled them to develop with finesse and nuance. They now boast fine aromas of jammy fruit and sweet spices, enhanced by notes of aged leather and precious woods. All this is underlined by a creamy, fresh presence on the palate that lingers long into the finish.
A lingering impression of tension and youth, combined with the mature, balanced profile of these wines, make them ideal immediate companions for refined dishes in sauce, as well as soft cheeses with a bloomy rind.
In terms of ageing potential, they can be cellared for a few more years to reveal the full majesty of their maturity.
The 1999 Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wines were full of rich fruit and white flower aromas with a hint of sweet spices, supported by a lively, taut and fresh structure, and long on the palate. They have now reached maturity, with creamy roundness and exotic fruit, enhanced by fine oxidative notes of candied quince, walnuts, sweet spices and precious wood.
After careful decanting, their bouquet will be a delight with sweet, creamy and delicate festive dishes or a fine platter of mature cheeses.