Domaine Pontifical – Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2022

A powerful and balanced red, embodying the ancestral elegance and strength of the Domaine Pontifical terroir. This 2022 vintage reveals a beautiful fruit concentration, well-structured tannins, and a lovely depth on the palate.

🍇 Origin & Terroir

• Appellation: AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape. 

• Vineyard: approximately 17 hectares, spread across numerous plots in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. 

• Viticulture: manual harvesting, sustainable farming. 

• Yield: low, approximately 26 hl/ha, which allows for concentrated flavors. 

• Aging: minimum 12 months in large oak casks, allowing the wine to develop structure while retaining fruitiness. 

• Grape varieties: 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, 5% Mourvèdre. 

• 👃 Tasting Notes

• Color: Ruby purple, beautiful density. 

• Nose: Aromas of cooked red fruits (cherry, plum), hints of undergrowth and some spices. 

• Palate: Full-bodied and structured, with good volume. The tannins are present but well-integrated, with a noticeable chewiness. 

• 🍽️ Food Pairings & Service

• Serving temperature: 16-17 °C. 

• Ideal with: game in sauce, roasted lamb, Provençal stews, aged cheeses.

✨ Why we selected it

• Excellent value for money: the estate indicates a price of €23 for this vintage. 

• A traditional and refined expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with a good balance between fruit and structure.

• A wine that can be enjoyed now but has aging potential according to the Hachette Wine Guide.

This wine is available in our complete selection of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.