Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Wines

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is the Southern Rhône’s most exclusive appellation, the region has a long history dating back to the 14th century when the popes resided in nearby Avignon.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is known for its bold Grenache-based red blends. Officially, the region makes both red and white wines with up to 13 different grapes. (Unofficially, there are 20 varieties used in the region!).

A good bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape red is full-bodied, with ripe red and black fruit, spices, a leathery or earthy character and herbs. The French call this herbal nuance  “garrigue,” after the region’s wild, aromatic scrubland vegetation of sage, rosemary, and lavender.