The region’s “galets roulés,” or large quartz river stones, are a common sight in Châteauneuf’s finest vineyards. These stones, a legacy of the former path of the Rhône River, absorb heat during the day and release it slowly overnight. This wine comes from the estate’s “clos” or ancient walled vineyard, which shares similar terroir and exposition as estate Châteauneuf plots.

Hand-picking with sorting in the vineyard and then in cellar. De-stemming (100%) and fermented separately in oak tanks with wild yeasts. Pump-over, manual punch-down and delestages are made during all the grape maceration (34 days). Harvests started on the 3rd September for Syrah and on September 12th for Grenache. Aged 80% in demi-muids (600L) (2 to 9 wines) for the Grenache and 20% in old barrels for the Syrah - for 14 months.

Aromas of black cherry, raspberry, with clear notes of crushed stone and graphite. Juicy and textured, mouth-coating; flavors of black cherry, black plum, licorice, cocoa nibs. Enjoy with grilled pork sausages with herbs; roasted lamb; or ribs with a smoky chipotle glaze.