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    Clos des Papes - 2022 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

    Rhone • Châteauneuf-du-Pape • Red

    Regular price 267,00€ tax included
    Sale price 267,00€ tax included Regular price
    Unit price 118,67€ / L
    Packaging : 3 x 75cl - Carton

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    Description

    • Country Frankreich
    • Region Rhone
    • Appellation Châteauneuf-du-Pape
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2022
    • Grape varieties Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Counoise, Muscardin, Vaccarèse

    Clos des Papes is one of the most magnificent wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape ! This exceptional vintage offers a simply sublime tasting experience!

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Parker (WA) 97/100
    • Vinous 96/100
    • James Suckling 96/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Enjoy this Châteauneuf-du-Pape with a fine rib of beef, partridge with prunes, or a rack of lamb. Serve it at around 16°C after a few hours of decanting.

    Producer

    Producer

    Owner and history

    Clos des Papes is made from vines averaging 35 years old. They flourish in Miocene soil, spread across plateaus and terraces. The soil, covered with pebbles, reflects the unique character of the terroir. The vineyard is certified organic.

    Vinification and aging

    - Hand-harvested grapes
    - Traditional winemaking with partial destemming (without filtration)
    - Aged for 12 to 15 months in large oak casks

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • spicy
    • complex
    • timber frame