Châteauneuf-du-Pape
A 50-year-old Châteauneuf du Pape from a single domaine!
This cuvée is the fruit of Xavier Vignon’s in depth knowledge of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the interesting encounters he has shared over the 25 years with other winemakers from the appellation.
This vintage was an opportunity that was not to be missed. It is impossible these days to achieve such excellent acidity level (equivalent to those of a white wine, of higher even!) which give an extraordinary potential for bottle age. A taste of the world as it used to be!
notes
Appearance
Light hue with rusty glimmers.
Nose
Aromas of flint and gunflint, combine with leather for a powerful and mineral. nose . The. palate is incredibly fresh and reveals notes of smoke and walnut.
Palate
Remarkable freshness revealing smoky and nutty notes. The acidity level is high. The balance and finesse on the finish are nothing short of outstanding and attest to the remarkable complexity of this wine.
Terroir
Representative of the terroirs of the AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The soils of the parcels harvested are mainly compose from sand, pebbles and red clay.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification
Traditionnal vinification using the ancient method.
Ageing
Aged in the same place, in concrete tanks for almost 50 years.
Bottled in 2020.
Food and wine pairing
Wild boar leg in a pepper sauce with quince – Hare terrine with truffles
- Aging potential Drinking beautifully now
- Service Decant and serve at 15°C
SUGGESTIONS
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