91 points -- The 2000 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Imperiale represents the essence of Chateauneuf du Pape in its black cherry liqueur-like notes. Backward, but full-bodied, fresh, and pure, this dense, chewy, powerful 2000 remains tightly-knit. Plenty of luscious fruit is present..
Drinking Window: Now to 2020