Châteauneuf Du Pape

Domaine de la Graveirette · Rhône Valley, France

This Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a full-bodied wine, showcasing the greatness of Grenache. The wine is mineral, with black cherry and black plum flavors along with nuances of earth and coffee. The wine is aged in a combination of used demi-muids and stainless vats, to preserve the integrity of fruit and terroir.

Farming
Certified organic and Biodynamic

Harvest Method
Hand harvest

Varietal
90% Grenache, 5% Syrah,
5% Cinsault

Age of Vineyard
Planted in 1970

Vessel
Aging for one year in demi-muids and stainless tank

Vineyard Yield
28-30 hl/ha

Soil Type
Sand and clay with galets roulets and
pebbles

Annual Production
1,000 bottles per vintage

Vinification
Hand harvested, two-tier extreme selection, first in the vineyard and then at reception at the winery. 100% destemmed, the harvest ferments using natural yeasts in stainless steel tanks for a period of 3 to 4 weeks. The wine is then aged in stainless tanks and demi-muids for 30 months.