Clos des Papes • Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France
Clos des Papes Châteauneuf‑du‑Pape is the domaine’s single, terroir-driven cuvée—a Grenache-led, multi‑varietal blend (r…Clos des Papes Châteauneuf‑du‑Pape is the domaine’s single, terroir-driven cuvée—a Grenache-led, multi‑varietal blend (roughly ~65% Grenache with Mourvèdre, Syrah and small amounts of other permitted grapes) that is organically farmed, vini…Learn More »
$125
/750ml
2021 Retail Average
96
/100
2021 Pro Rating
Subtle florals and spice lead into a poised, dark-fruited core in the 2021 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where freshness and depth are held in precise balance. Layers of black cherry, cassis and red currant glide over fine, powdery tannins, giving a sense of controlled power and a long, gently peppery finish that promises further complexity with time in bottle.
Herb-crusted lamb rack; Duck breast with cherry reduction; Wild mushroom and thyme risotto
Clos des Papes Châteauneuf‑du‑Pape is the domaine’s single, terroir-driven cuvée—a Grenache-led, multi‑varietal blend (roughly ~65% Grenache with Mourvèdre, Syrah and small amounts of other permitted grapes) that is organically farmed, vinified parcel‑by‑parcel with native yeasts and matured mainly in large foudres. The style marries ripe red-fruit generosity and Provençal garrigue with firm structure and saline/mineral grip, producing an elegant, age-worthy expression of Châteauneuf that is prized for purity, balance and long cellaring potenti…