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Domaine Charvin Chateauneuf Du Pape Description
Laurent Charvin's Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a rare gem of the appellation. With only 10 hectares of vines in the northwest part of the region, Laurent is one of the few remaining winemakers who still practices traditional whole-cluster fermentations, leaving the stems intact during the process. In addition, Laurent's élevage is uniquely carried out in concrete tanks, with no oak barrels used in the aging process. This results in a wine that is both elegant and seamless, with a distinct earthy tone and peppery scent.
Laurent Charvin's cuvée is made from vines primarily located in Cabrieres, Maucoil, and Mont Redon. The winemaking process is staunchly traditional, with no destemming and fermentation and aging occurring all in concrete tanks for 21 months. The wine is then bottled unfiltered, preserving its natural character and flavor.
This Châteauneuf-du-Pape is highly regarded by some of the top sommeliers and wine writers in France, including Guy Julien, owner of the famous restaurant Beaugraviere in Mondragon. The wine has been awarded a two-star rating by Revue du Vin de France, cementing its reputation as one of the best wines in the appellation.
With a bold, savory flavor, this wine is perfect for aging for up to 20 years from any vintage. However, it is also accessible when young with just a little breathing. Laurent Charvin's Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a must-try for wine enthusiasts seeking a traditional and subtle style with a unique character and unparalleled taste.
Blend: 85% Grenache, 5% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre, 5% Vaccarese
Decanter: 95 Points
Little herbal note to the fruit bringing some complexity, this is saline, light, fresh, fluid and drinkable. Plenty of texture and interest to the fruit, with really searching tannins. Needs time to come round, will be elegant and charming when it does. Fruit, structure, fragrance and energy - it's got the lot. Very Charvin. Organically grown in the northwest of the appellation, in lieux-dits Cabrières and Maucoil where there's galets roulés and sand. It's fermented and then aged for 21 months in concrete using indigenous yeasts, then bottled unfiltered.
Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points
82% Grenache, 5% each of Syrah and Mourvedre, and the rest Vaccarese and Counoise, all from the northern part of the appellation, aged in tank. Perfumed red fruits, rose petals, spice, and sappy, peppery garrigue all flow to a medium to full-bodied, seamless 2020 with silky tannins, wonderful balance, and a great finish.
