Ratings
James Suckling 90 · Wine Spectator 92 · Jeb Dunnuck 90-92 · Jancis Robinson 15.5/20 · Wine Enthusiast 92 · Bettane Dessauve 12/20
Awards
James Suckling 90 · Wine Spectator 92 · Jeb Dunnuck 90-92 · Jancis Robinson 15.5/20 · Wine Enthusiast 92 · Bettane Dessauve 12/20
Identity
| Producer | Vidal-Fleury |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
| Grapes | Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby-red with violet reflections |
| Aroma | Red-fruit chorus of fresh cherry, strawberry and prune, layered with peppery spice, garrigue herbs, truffle nuance and subtle hint of leather. |
| Palate | Rich and onctueux; full-bodied with silky, integrated tannins, bright acidity and a harmonious balance of fruit and spice. |
| Finish | Long, persistent finish with fine, silky tannins and lingering spice. |
| Food Pairing | Pot-au-feu, pork steak, grilled lamb chops, roasted beef, or dishes featuring Provençal herbs. |
| Serving Temp | 18 - 19 |
| Aging Potential | Up to 10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Aging in century-old oak foudres and French oak barrels for about 1 year |
Terroir
| Soil | Clayey soils covered with pebbles and rolled stones (La Crau terroir) |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-picked, carefully sorted and quickly moved to the press to avoid oxidation. |
Interesting facts
| Founded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury is the oldest continuous grower/négociant in the Rhône; the Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyard is planted on old vines east of the appellation in the La Crau terroir of clayey soils with pebbles and rolled stones; Thomas Jefferson praised the wines in 1787. |