LES SECRETS DU VIN de chateauneuf du pape

 

 

 

In the vineyards

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La taille des vignes est récurrente. Elle intervient lorsque la vigne est plantée, vers la fin de l’hiver ou début du printemps, en mai-juin, après la floraison en plein été et pour finir pendant l’hiver. C’est un travail régulier nécessaire au développement de la vigne et du raisin, car la taille permet à la sève de redescendre dans les branches et donc de faire croître le raisin.

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L’ébourgeonnage se passe lorsque les bourgeons apparaissent, c’est-à-dire pendant le printemps.

Cette activité est à caractère qualitatif et permet de maîtriser et quantifié les rendements selon les grappes, de mieux aérer les vignes.

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Le but est de conditionner la végétation de la vigne, préserver la sève et faire en sorte que celle-ci alimente au mieux la vigne. Par conséquent, il faut limiter l’expansion des tiges et réduire l’importance des feuilles.

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Les vendanges à Châteauneuf du pape sont faites manuellement. Elles se font en général mi-septembre et permettent de récolter le raisin sur les vignes pour produire du vin.

Les domaines ont le choix de vendanger tôt, ou plus tardivement selon la qualité et la quantité de vin voulue.

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In the cellar

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Le tri à Châteauneuf-du-Pape se fait manuellement. Les grappes sont déposées sur une chaîne de tri, et les agents viticoles enlèvent les grappes abîmées, pourries, les feuilles restantes, etc.

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La macération est une étape qui intervient après les vendanges et le tri. Cela consiste à mettre les grappes (jus, peau, pulpe, grains) dans une cuve pour faire évoluer les tanins, la couleur et les arômes. Cela dure 10 à 30 jours selon le vin voulu. (Plus on attend, plus les vins seront puissants et charnus.)

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L’assemblage d’un vin est un processus permettant aux vignerons accompagnés d’œnologues, de mélanger les cépages issus de différentes cuvaisons (grenache élevé en inox mélangé la Syrah élevée en demi-muids par exemple) et de tester afin d’arriver au meilleur vin possible.

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L’élevage du vin permet de développer finesses, arômes, longévité, structure, alcool, il peut se faire :

En foudre : cela permet au vin d’être peu en contact avec le bois, le vin va donc conserver ses arômes, et aura une bonne oxygénation.

En barrique : cela permet de donner une souplesse au vin. Le contact entre le bois et le vin apporte de la finesse et va structurer les tanins.

En demi-muids : ils vont libérer leurs propres tanins au vin, et cela apporte donc stabilité et longévité au vin.

En cuve inox ou béton : apporte une finesse et fraîcheur au vin.

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The climate

The climate in Châteauneuf du Pape is Mediterranean and sunny, which has a positive impact on the Châteauneuf du Pape vineyards. This climate brings concentration and finesse to the wines.
As for the mistral, it keeps the grapes sweet and protects them from disease. It also prevents the vines from freezing.

Key figures for AOC Chateauneuf du Pape

AOC creation date

Number of terroirs

Number of grape varieties

Number of communes in the AOC

AOC creation date

%

Red wine breakdown

%

White wine breakdown

Number of domains

Number of hectares (~)

Number of winegrowers

%

Organic acreage

Average production hl (variable according to year)

Average number of bottles sold per year

First domain

Union bottles

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C’est la bouteille armoriée classique de Châteauneuf du pape. Elle a été créée en 1937 peu de temps après la création de l’appellation.
On remarque la présence d’une tiare papale placée au-dessus des clefs de Saint-Pierre avec l’inscription « Châteauneuf-du-Pape contrôlé ».

Les domaines peuvent apposer ces clefs sur leurs bouteilles.

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Cette mitrale représente les liens séculaires qui unissent les vins de Châteauneuf-du-Pape à la Papauté.

Les domaines peuvent l’utiliser sur leurs bouteilles.

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La bouteille de négoce est une bouteille de vin de négociant (achat de raisins à d’autres vignerons). Le vin n’est donc pas issu du vigneron.

La bouteille de négoce peut présenter l’écusson de Châteauneuf ou une mitrale, mais surtout, il y a un N apposé sur le bouchon de la bouteille.

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When should you drink a Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

Drinking a Châteauneuf-du-Pape at the optimum moment depends largely on the cuvée and the vintage. Here are some general tips:

  1. Young wines (3-5 years): Younger Châteauneuf-du-Pape can already offer a fine experience, with ripe fruit and spice aromas. They are generally more accessible and less tannic.
  2. Medium-aged wines (5-10 years): This period allows the tannins to soften and the complex flavors to develop further, offering a balance between youth and maturity.
  3. Aged wines (10 years or more): Well-preserved Châteauneuf-du-Pape can improve with age, developing more subtle and complex aromas such as leather, tobacco and earth notes.

It’s always a good idea to check the producer’s recommendations for each vintage, as annual weather conditions can influence the best time to enjoy each bottle.

What is the ideal serving temperature for a Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

 

The ideal serving temperature for a Châteauneuf-du-Pape varies according to whether it is a red or white wine:

  1. For a red Châteauneuf-du-Pape: This wine is best served between 16°C and 18°C. This temperature brings out the wine’s complex aromas and tannic structure without intensifying the alcohol.
  2. For a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape: This wine is best served slightly cooler, between 10°C and 12°C. At this temperature, the wine’s floral and fruity aromas come to the fore, while retaining a lovely freshness on the palate.

Serving wine at the right temperature can greatly influence your tasting experience, allowing you to take full advantage of the flavors and aromas these wines have to offer.

What to serve with a red Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

 

A red Châteauneuf-du-Pape, renowned for its aromatic richness and tannic structure, lends itself magnificently to the accompaniment of a variety of robust, flavorful dishes. Here are a few suggestions for ideal dishes to serve with this type of wine:

  1. Grilled or roasted red meats: Dishes like grilled beef steak, roast beef or lamb, which are rich in flavor, complement well the robustness of a red Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
  2. Game: Game meats such as venison, wild boar or doe, often served with rich sauces, bring out the complexity and spicy flavors of the wine.
  3. Simmered dishes: Dishes such as boeuf bourguignon or cassoulet, which use slow-cooking techniques, develop deep flavors that harmonize perfectly with the wine’s dark fruit and spice notes.
  4. Mature cheeses: Well-ripened cheeses such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola or old Comté can also complement red Châteauneuf-du-Pape, thanks to the richness of the two components.
  5. Dark chocolate and chocolate-based desserts: For an unexpected finishing touch, a red Châteauneuf-du-Pape can even be served with dark chocolate or chocolate-based desserts that highlight its dark cherry and blackcurrant notes.

The key with dishes accompanying Châteauneuf-du-Pape red is to choose dishes with a flavor intensity compatible with the wine’s strength for perfect harmony and balance.

Which dish goes best with a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

 

A white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, appreciated for its fresh, floral and fruity notes, goes perfectly with many types of dishes. Here are a few suggestions for dishes to enjoy with a Châteauneuf-du-Pape blanc:

  1. Seafood: Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wines are the perfect accompaniment to oysters, scallops and other seafood thanks to their freshness and minerality.
  2. Grilled fish or fish in sauce: Opt for fine fish such as sea bass or turbot, prepared grilled or with light herb or butter sauces to complement the complexity of the wine.
  3. Poultry and white meats: Chicken or turkey dishes, especially those prepared with creamy or mushroom sauces, can go well with the richness of a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
  4. Goat’s cheese dishes: The often floral character and stone-fruit notes of Châteauneuf-du-Pape blanc go particularly well with goat’s cheese, whether in salads or tarts.
  5. Asian cuisine: Lightly spiced dishes, such as mild curry or Thai dishes, can be exquisite with a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, as the richness of the wine balances the strength of the spices.
  6. Vegetarian dishes: Dishes based on grilled vegetables, quinoa or mushroom risottos, can also pair elegantly with this type of wine.

These food and wine pairings bring out the different aromatic facets of a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape while enriching the taste experience of both dish and wine.