Châteauneuf-du-Pape Pignan Emmanuel Reynaud 2012
15%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Pignan Emmanuel Reynaud 2012
The wine
With its plot located on the edge of the iconic Château Rayas, Pignan has characteristics that clearly contribute to the quality of its wines. For this reason, it is vinified separately. There is a classic soil of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, however richer in pebbles and clay. Very different from other wines of the appellation, this red Pignan is breath-taking in his finesse and elegance. Its nose is delicate but complex. Yields are low. We know little about the vinification since for Emmanuel Reynaud: "Wine is simple, it is fruit in its element. That's all”.
About the Producer Château Rayas
Château Rayas is one of the great names of French wine. Many connoisseurs believe it to be the best in the appellation. The domain was established relatively recently (the vineyards were planted in the early 1920s) by Louis Reynaud who quickly distinguished himself from the typical practices of Châteauneuf du Pape. In this traditionally sun-baked region, one section of the vineyard faces north and the vines here benefit from the refreshing qualities of the pine trees that grow around the property. Louis Reynaud also focused primarily on just one grape variety, Grenache, even though 13 are permitted within the appellation. His son Jacques, who was seen as unconventional, if not eccentric, took over the business and achieved new heights of quality with the wines through traditional techniques. Today, Château Rayas is managed by his nephew Emanuel Reynaud.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Slightly unstuck labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 15 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Owner: Emmanuel Reynaud
Vintage: 2012
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 12 hectares
Volume: 100000 bottles
Intensity: smooth
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine