Chateauneuf du Pape: Domaine Pontifical Red 2016

Tasting Notes

Smooth and round with a long finish. Black fruit and raisin, extremely velvety.

A truly classy wine made by a dedicated wine-grower. The dominance of Grenache brings a sense of fullness and richness.

Wine Info

	Region	Rhone
	Appellation	Chateauneuf du Pape
	Style	Red
	Producer	Domaine Pontifical
	Grapes	75% Grenache Noir, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Counoise, Cinsaut
	Pairing
	Keeping	Drink within 10 years of bottling.
	Vinification	Aged at first for 12 months in foudres (large casks), some of which are century old like the cellar.
	Bottle	75cl
	Volume	15.0%

Producer

Family owned since the 1920s, this 15-hectare vineyard is now run by Francois Laget. Grenache is the dominant grape, complemented by Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault. – and some particularly delicious white Chateauneuf du Pape is made in small quantities.