Ratings
96 points Robert Parker · 95+ points Jeb Dunnuck
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Saint Préfert |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 60% Grenache, 40% Mourvèdre |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep red with violet reflections |
| Aroma | Intense aromas of ripe black fruits, black cherries, dark chocolate, wintergreen, cassia bark, baking spices, oriental spices, garrigue, noble leather, and smoky notes |
| Palate | Full-bodied, ample and velvety mouthfeel, supported by silky yet powerful tannins, balanced with warmth, freshness, and mineral equilibrium |
| Finish | Long finish combining warmth, balance, and mineral freshness |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with game in sauce, herb-crusted rack of lamb, roasted pigeon, hare stew, and aged hard cheeses like Comté or Salers |
| Aging Potential | 10 to 20 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Aging Process | Aged in demi-muids (large oak barrels) |
| Fermentation | Partially destemmed, fermented in demi-muids |
Terroir
| Soil | gravel, pebble, galets roulés, argiles and sands |
| Vine Age | 80 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand harvested and sorted upon arrival at the cellar. |
Interesting facts
| Named in homage to the founder Charles Giraud; produced in limited quantities; Domaine Saint Préfert is a leading name in Châteauneuf-du-Pape; certified organic (Ecocert) |
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