Tardieu-Laurent, Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021
DESCRIPTION
The tannins on this Châteauneuf-du-Pape are as soft as goose down. This red wine from the Rhône Valley was aged for 10 months in an oak cask and 10 more months in an oak vat. This mixed ageing process allows for the wine to acquire more body, while still remaining soft on the tongue. This Châteauneuf is a blend of Grenache (75%), Mourvèdre (10%), Syrah (10%), and Cinsault (5%). It expresses comforting aromas of blackcurrant and cherry, with slight hints of licorice and spices. This wine is the perfect match for venison with mushrooms, a leg of lamb, duck with porcini mushrooms, or goat cheese or Ousso-Iraty.
REGION
Rhône
France
The Rhône Valley is a historic cradle of French winemaking, stretching from Lyon to Provence and home to over 5,000 estates. In the north, steep hillsides yield intensely expressive Syrahs (Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage) and outstanding whites like Condrieu, made from Viognier. Further south, the diversity of soils—rolled pebbles, sand, and slopes—gives rise to powerful, generous reds (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas) based on Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah. A gastronomic heartland, the region offers endless unforgettable food and wine pairings.
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A nice complexity with dark fruit aromas and spicy touches. A wine to enjoy over time.
