Wine Description
The thirteen grape varieties of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation with a strong percentage of Mourvadre and Grenache (30% each), Syrah 10%, Counoise 10% Cinsault 5% and the rest divided up amongst the remaining grape varieties: Vaccarase, Terret noir, Muscardin, Picpoul, Picardan, Bourboulenc, Roussanne.
The Grenache and the Cinsault give the wine its color, intensity and softness. The Mourvadre, Syrah, Muscardin and Vaccarase give the wine its renowned aging potential and dark, classic character. The Counoise, Picpoul and other varieties provide freshness, fragrance and aromatic quality.
