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 🍷

✅ 5 to 15 years for young, fruity, Grenache-dominant wines.
✅ 15 to 30 years (or even more) for wines from great vintages and cuvées with a high proportion of Mourvèdre and Syrah, which bring structure and longevity.
🔹 Over time, aromas evolve towards notes of undergrowth, truffles, leather and spices, while retaining great depth.

2. Ageing Châteauneuf-du-Pape whites 🍾

✅ 3 to 7 years for fresh, fruity whites, often based on Grenache Blanc and Clairette.
✅ 10 to 20 years for more structured, complex cuvées, especially those with a high proportion of Roussanne, which brings a beautiful aromatic evolution with notes of honey and dried fruit.
🔹 Unlike reds, some white Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines gain richness and roundness with age, developing aromas of hazelnut, beeswax and sweet spices.

Factors influencing custody

🔸 Vintage: Great years (e.g. 2010, 2016, 2019) offer longer ageing potential.
🔸 Aging: Wines aged in barrels or large casks age better thanks to controlled oxygenation.
🔸 Storage conditions: A cellar at a stable temperature (12-14°C), protected from light and vibrations, favors optimal evolution.

Thanks to their complexity and structure, Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines can offer fascinating tasting experiences at different stages of their evolution.