Chateau de Nalys
Maison Guigal has been selecting and ageing Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines since its creation in 1946 by Etienne Guigal. The terroirs of Nalys are a real coup de coeur for Marcel and Philippe Guigal, son and grandson of the founder, who are fulfilling the wish of three generations by joining this prestigious historic appellation. At Château de Nalys, both apply the family’s philosophy of quality with passion and rigor, and aim to bring the colors of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to the highest level.
Saintes Pierres de Nalys Red
Grape varieties: 65% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 5% Muscardin, 5% (Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Vaccarèse, Terret noir)
Age of vines: 45 years
Terroir: red sandstone, saffron and pebble soils
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Yield : 25 hl per hectare
Aging: Aged 18 months in stainless steel vats and foudres (10%).
Press awards: Wine rated 93+/100 in 2018 by Jeb Dunnuck
Saintes Pierres De Nalys White
Grape varieties: 50% Grenache blanc, 20% Clairette, 20% Bourboulenc, 5% Picardan, 5% (Picpoul and Roussanne)
Age of vines: 45 years
Terroir: rolled pebbles, saffron and red sandstone soils
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Yield: 28 hl
Aging: Aged 8 months, 20% of which in wood (barrels, demi-muids).
Press awards: Wine rated 95/100 in 2019 by Jeb Dunnuck
Grand Vin de Nalys
Grape varieties : 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 8% Mourvèdre, 2% (Counoise and Muscardin)
Age of vines: 45 years
Terroir: red sandstone, pebble and saffron soils
Scratching?
Yield : 20hl
Aging: Aged 18 months, 30% of which in wood (barrels, tuns).
Press awards: Wine rated 96/100 in 2019 by Jeb Dunnuck