Located about a five-minute drive outside the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape along the road that leads to Courthezon, you will find Château de Vaudieu. It is one of three 18th-century Chateaux located in the appellation, tucked into a small valley surrounded by hills and plateau. It is at the intersection of several major terroirs: sandy soils to the north, pale limestone and clays centered around a forested hillock, and two large plateaux of somewhat overexposed galets. The estate had a great reputation during the 19th century from exporting wines all over Europe. In 1955, Gabriel Meffre purchased this once historic estate. At the time, there were only 25 hectares of vines, and under his leadership, the estate reached 70 hectares – something very rare in the appellation.
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REGION: Rhone Valley
Appellation:
Chateauneuf Du Pape
Region:
Rhone Valley
Estate:
De Vaudieu Rouge
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Specifications
A deep ruby color.
The nose reveals a subtle blend of strawberry jam and cocoa bean, then notes of white pepper take the lead.
On the palate, the attack is fresh thanks to a beautiful concentration of tannins.
16 C
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