Wine:

The 2021 Red Tinus Rouge d’une Nuit Vin de France is crafted using a truly unique technique: a rosé press blended overnight with a marc of old-vine Grenache. Aged in tanks to retain its fresh character, this ingenious and surprising red is unlike anything else. It reveals notes of fresh fruit and white flowers, carried by a crisp and juicy structure. A straightforward, delicious red to enjoy without hesitation—especially at this price!

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, the juices from the Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon rosés were drawn off from the presses and left overnight on the old Grenache pomace before being drawn off into vats.
Matured in stainless steel vats to preserve the purity of the fruit.

The estate chose to fill this wine with a Stelvin screw cap, preserving its freshness and eliminating any cork taint.

Color:

Bright red of medium intensity.

Nose:

Aromas of fresh fruit with notes of white flowers.

Palate:

Intense and flavorful, with ripe fruit at its core, this cuvée delivers fine tannins and a fresh, lively profile.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled meats, white and red meats with herbs.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026.

A true benchmark in the Mâconnais, Jean-Marie Guffens consistently pushes boundaries and defies expectations.

His mastery and creativity allow him to craft distinctive wines across all three colors. The Tinus Collection originates from Château des Tourettes, Jean-Marie and Maine Guffens’ Luberon estate, nestled on limestone-rich soils at 400 meters of altitude.

Wine:

In perfect harmony, centered on ripe fruit, the 2021 red Châteauneuf-du-Pape presents a very classic profile for the appellation, with grenache taking the lead. Black fruit, fine spices, and a balsamic touch are delivered with intensity, in a charming aromatic display that continues on the palate. The full-bodied texture, framed by a reassuring and understated oakiness, remains smooth and elegant, without excess. A bottle ready for ten years, unless decanted to enjoy immediately. A reliable value not to be missed in this well-balanced vintage.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Vines about 50 years old. Maceration for 21 to 24 days with punching down and pumping over. Aged 70% in stainless steel vats and 30% in oak barrels and foudres for 15 to 18 months.

Color:

Ruby red with purplish highlights.

Nose:

Beautifully ripe grapes, lovely aromas of stewed black fruit, spicy notes and a touch of balsamic.

Palate:

The palate reveals a fine balance between these 4 grape varieties, a fresh register on an assertive terroir, a concentrated and powerful juice with finesse.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Roasted veal chop with cherry tomatoes pan-fried in olive oil and garlic, grilled duck breast with pan-fried eggplant, capon stuffed with porcini mushrooms, rack of veal Provençal style!

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

An iconic address in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Chante-Cigale remains our absolute favorite regardless of the vintage! Alexandre Favier, the master of the estate, has infused it with new momentum, driven by organic farming and a heritage of absolutely fabulous old vines. This estate is currently producing exceptional wines, pulsating with the very essence of the greatest Châteauneufs!

It's a success we've fully recognized and eagerly anticipate with each unveiling of the new vintage.

Wine:

Exquisite! Marked by delightful smoky bacon and speck notes, the 2022 Red Premier Regard Crozes-Hermitage reveals a wonderful maturity while remaining fresh and easy to drink. Its beautiful structure and velvety, yet tight-knit texture provide an ideal balance, enhanced by this exceptional vintage. A cuvée that will be enjoyable very soon. The Selection Committee’s favorite, rated 94/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, totally de-stemmed, pre-fermentation cold maceration.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats, extraction by pumping-over and punching-down. Vatting for 3 to 4 weeks.
Aged for 12 months in 228- and 400-liter oak barrels.

Color:

Very intense, very dark red with violet highlights.

Nose:

This is a very mature Syrah, marked by speck and smoky notes.

Palate:

Fresh and velvety with ripe fruit, this tightly woven, well-structured wine delivers well-balanced juice.

Temperature:

Decant before serving between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Smoked duck breast, Provence herb grills, lamb chops with thyme, game pie.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2031, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Founded in 2010, Domaine Melody delights Crozes-Hermitage enthusiasts by exploring its most wonderful facets. Marc Romak, Marlène Durand, and Denis Larivière ensure the preservation of pure and fruity expressions, blending different types of terroirs across the entire appellation.