The Best Vintage blog is dedicated to wine enthusiasts, with articles on Châteauneuf-du-Pape, its terroirs and great vintages. Find buying advice, cuvée analyses and news from the world of wine. A source of inspiration to enrich your knowledge and refine your choices!
When Should You Open a Bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape? Among the most frequently asked questions by wine lovers is: when is the right time to open a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape? Should you wait ten years? Can it be enjoyed young? Is it a mistake to open a recent...
The wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape are strongly influenced by the climatic conditions of each vintage. Some years offer ideal conditions for grape ripening, giving rise to exceptional, powerful and well-balanced wines. 1. Exceptional vintages (long ageing, great...
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are renowned for their great ageing potential, thanks to their concentration, tannic structure and aromatic richness. However, aging potential varies according to wine color, vintage and winemaking style. 1. Ageing of Châteauneuf-du-Pape reds...
The Best Vintage blog is a space dedicated to wine enthusiasts, and more particularly to lovers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Through our articles, we share our expertise and our love for this prestigious appellation, renowned for the richness of its terroirs and the excellence of its wines.
We explore the world of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, highlighting its emblematic estates, outstanding vintages and the grape varieties that shape its identity, such as Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Clairette for the whites. You’ll find buying advice, tasting guides, focuses on winemaking methods and in-depth analyses of recent and older vintages.
Whether you’re looking to better understand the influence of soils on wine aromas, to discover the subtleties of a vertical, or to find the perfect bottle for your cellar, our blog is here to guide you. Thanks to our knowledge of the market and the producers, we can help you make the best choices, whether you’re looking for a wine to enjoy immediately or to keep for several years.
Best Vintage is first and foremost a passion for wine and a desire to share with you the treasures of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Explore our articles and plunge into the heart of a mythical appellation, rich in history and gustatory emotions.
