Rhône masterclass with Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe and more – Tuesday 27th May
Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe stands as one of the undisputed greats of the Southern Rhône. The wines coming from the famous ‘Plateau de la Crau’ exemplify the generosity and complexity of top Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the famous galet stones covering the vineyards as far as the eye can see.
This is real Grenache country – and it has been expertly managed by the Brunier family since 1891, with brothers Daniel and Frédéric Brunier at the helm since the early 1980s. In addition to their sought-after Châteauneuf-du-Papes, the Bruniers have, since 1998, also owned what is widely regarded as the finest estate in Gigondas – Domaine les Pallières. Beautifully-aged vines, reaching back over 100 years in some cases, are grown in a hidden, elevated bowl, a terroir that yields a perfect balance of richness and elegance.
We are delighted to welcome Daniel Brunier to the Club for what promises to be a fantastic session covering all things Châteauneuf and Gigondas. A man with decades of winemaking under his belt, Daniel knows all too well the joys (and risks) of making wine in the Southern Rhône. He will present a range of wines from the two estates, spanning various styles, to illustrate how Vieux Télégraphe has, over the last century, established itself as one of France’s greatest estates.
We look forward to seeing you there.
The wines we will be tasting:
2024 Au Petit Bonheur les Pallières, Blanc de Noirs, Vin de France
2019 Domaine les Pallières, Terrasse du Diable, Gigondas
2019 Domaine les Pallières, Les Racines, Gigondas
2022 Clos la Roquète, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
2023 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
2021 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Télégramme, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
2021 Famille Brunier, Piedlong, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
2019 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (en magnum)
2012 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
St James’s Room
18:30 – Welcome reception
19:00 – Masterclass starts
20:30 – Masterclass ends
Please note that we now offer a tasting board of charcuterie, cheese, olives and smoked crispy chickpeas to accompany your tasting. Simply select your preferred option from the dropdown menu when you book your tickets.