Clos des Papes - 2023 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape

This Clos des Papes red is distinguished by its great elegance , complex structure , and remarkable length on the palate . Supported by ripe and silky tannins , it finely blends black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) , raspberry , redcurrant , and spicy notes , typical of Mourvèdre.

96/100 pts RVF " A fresh style, with notes of blackberry, dark fruit, spice, and a hint of bitter cocoa. The wine embraces its power without imbalance, luscious yet velvety and luscious, with well-integrated tannins. A complete harmony of flavors distinguishes it. It possesses that vibrant fruit that makes us forget its power. "

This well-balanced vintage impresses with its purity and high aging potential . Unfiltered, simply fined with egg white, this powerful wine is built to age gracefully.

Terroir : rounded pebbles

Viticulture : organic certification since 2010

Winemaking : 15 months in large oak casks. No filtration, just fining.

Located in the heart of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, Clos des Papes embodies the excellence of the Southern Rhône Valley. Run by the Avril family for several generations, the estate has established itself as a historical and qualitative benchmark in the region. It encompasses a mosaic of parcels spread across the appellation's finest terroirs, benefiting from diverse soils and ideal sun exposure. The estate is renowned for its commitment to organic farming and its minimal-intervention winemaking style, which prioritizes the pure expression of the terroir. Clos des Papes has produced an exceptional 2023 vintage, combining power and refinement.