Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Bosquet des Papes, Tradition red 2013, 2015, 2016
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€33.00
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Grape variety: Grenache noir 75%, Mourvedre 11%, Syrah 11%, Vaccarese, Counoise, Cinsault 3%
Soils:
Clay/limestone with pudding stones (galets roules)
Average age of vines 45-50 years
Vinification:
Traditional wine making method in thermoregulated concrete vats. Partial de-stemming followed by cold pre-fermentation over a few days. Daily pumping over. Fermentation of the skins lasts 28 - 35 days.
Ageing:
Ageing in large oak barrels and demi-muids 12-18 months
Tasting:
A nice red purple colour with shiny reflections. The nose is dominated by aromas of little red berries. Sweeping silky smooth texture once in the mouth
Food pairing:
Ideal with meats cooked in a rich sauce such as rabbit or wild boar
