Xavier Vignon - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Cuvée Anonyme - Rouge - 2015

Wine:

The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Anonyme, supported by a vintage of substance, is a showcase of both power and finesse, with a clear dominance of Grenache, evident in its black fruit, floral, and spicy notes. Seamlessly layering a creamy texture with ripe tannins, it unfolds with fervent, spicy, and sumptuous juice. This powerful wine provides a perfect and true representation of the appellation. A major success rated 94/100 by Parker, it's offered at a unique price!

Vinification:

The exact blend for this cuvée comes from "collection vines", where numerous grape varieties are planted: century-old Grenache, Vaccarèse, Counoise, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Terret Noir and Muscardin.
Hand-harvested, traditional vinification, aged for 15 months: 25% in demi-muids, 25% in barrels, 25% in truncated-cone wooden vats, 25% in concrete vats.

Color:

Red with garnet highlights, brilliant.

Nose:

Subtly perfumed with ripe red and black fruits, dried flowers and spices.

Palate:

Full-bodied and delicate, with red berries peppering the nose, this cuvée has a mellow woody structure and fine tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Duck with olive sauce, Ravioles with porcini mushrooms, Roast pigeon with porcini mushrooms, Quail stuffed with mushrooms.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2025

Xavier Vignon, a leading figure in Châteauneuf, has revolutionized the appellation with his modern and uncompromising vision of winemaking, establishing himself as the number one consultant in the region. Under his guidance, charming and elegant blends flourish, and Grenache regains its splendor and depth. Skilled in both blending and aging, Xavier Vignon crafts his own wines with devilish precision, making a significant impact on the style and quality of wines from Châteauneuf.