Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France)
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a commune in south-east France.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Flavors
Red and Black Cherries and Red and Blue Berries are typical Châteauneuf-du-Pape flavors.
Hints of Pepper and Licorice.
 Red Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Raspberry |
 Blackberry |
 Blueberry |
 Black Currant |
 Pepper |
 Licorice |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging
 Vanilla |
 Spices |
 Leather |
 Tobacco |
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Profile
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is known for a perfect balance between fruit, tannins, and acidity:
| BODY: | Medium - Plus |
| TANNINS: | Medium - Plus |
| FRUIT: | Medium - Plus |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - Plus |
| ALCOHOL: | 13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 17-18°C (63-64°F) |
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Food Pairing
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines should be paired with rich flavors.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape pairs perfectly with rich Stews, Casserolle, Marinated Asian, BBQ and Grilled Meat.
 Tapas |
 Salami |
 Ham |
 Rich Pizza |
 Hamburger |
 Duck |
 Casserolle |
 Stew |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Game |
 Meat |
Excellent Pairings
Rich Pizza. Hamburger. Stews. Casserolle. Goulash. Sausages. Pepper Sauce. Asian Marinated Dishes. Lamb. Lamb Shanks. Game in Cherry Sauce. Roast. BBQ. Pork. Game. Duck. Roasted Duck with Plum.
French Specialities
Oxtail Bourguignonne.
Confit de Canard (Duck Confit).
The Ideal Glass for Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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About Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a very famous French red wine with a complex taste. It is a blend of many grape varieties, but the three dominant ones are Grenache (70%), Syrah, and Mourvèdre.
A French pope is a part of history of the wine. In 1308, Pope Clement V, former Archbishop of Bordeaux, relocated the papacy to the town of Avignon, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape means "The Pope's new castle".
AOC
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a French AOC wine (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) located around the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the Southern Rhône region of France.
It is one of the most renowned appellations in the world.
Côtes du Rhône South
In Côtes du Rhône South, the main grape is Grenache.
The area is most famous for its GSM wines: A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.
Red Wines:
GSM Wines
Côtes du Rhône South
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Counoise
White Wines:
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache Blanche