Clos du Mont-Olivet Chateauneuf du Pape 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Clos du Mont-Olivet
Label Name:
 
Chateauneuf du Pape
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
strong reviews and high praise in French press (La Revue du Vin de France commentary for 2021)

Tasting Note
Grenache-driven with bright cherry, raspberry and black-plum fruit, layered with garrigue, peppery herbs and subtle leather. Medium-full body, silky tannins and lively acidity, finishing long and savory.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, duck confit, beef stew, ratatouille; Asian pairings: Peking duck, char siu (barbecue pork), Korean BBQ, mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Hand-harvested fruit, concrete fermentation with extended maceration, élevage primarily in large foudres with some concrete, steel and old barrels; minimal new oak, traditional techniques.

Vineyard Info
Family-owned Clos du Mont-Olivet (Sabon family), estate founded early 20th century; ~21–28 ha across Châteauneuf-du-Pape parcels. Thierry Sabon heads winemaking; reputation for elegant, Grenache-led, ageworthy wines.