Covered with a sea of large yellowish rolled pebbles, the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape offers a unique and timeless view. Tradition dictates that wine are made from thirteen grape varieties, each contributing its own distinctive character.
Sight
Pale red with copper highlights.
Smell
Aromas of dark cherry, hints of bay leaf and mint.
Taste
Full-bodied, rich and silky. Fine tannins, good acidity and lively finish.
Selection of 40 plots located mainly on the northern terroirs: 40% of limestone, 30% of red sandstone, 20% of rolled pebbles, 10% of brown soils.
Vinification
Each grape variety is vinified separately. 50% of the blend is vinified in stainless steel tanks, 25% in concrete tanks and 25% in truncated wooden tank.
Aging
Aged for 16 months in a mix of containers: 20% in foudres, 50% in stainless steel vats, 5% in truncated wooden tank and 5% in demi-muids. The remaining 20% were aged in amphoras for 12 months.
Grilled rib of beef - Roast duck with figs - Wild boar stew - Salmis of pigeon - Rack of lamb with tomato confit - Calf sweetbread - Porcini ravioli