{"title":"Château Mont-Redon","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Mont-Redon is one of the largest and most historic estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and one of the most dependable. This is classic southern Rhône wine done properly: generous, terroir-true reds and a serious white, made with real consistency and sold at prices that stay fair. If you want a benchmark Châteauneuf without the guesswork, start here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory and the great galets plateau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecords of vines at Mont-Redon reach back to 1344, and the Plantin family rebuilt the estate from 1923 into the sizeable, still family-run property it is today. Its heart sits on the high, wind-scoured plateau in the north of the appellation, carpeted in the famous galets roulés, the large rounded pebbles that store the day's heat and shelter a cool, clay-rich subsoil beneath. There is safre (sand) and urgonian limestone here too, which is why the wines carry both power and lift. It is a fine way into the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rhone\"\u003eRhône\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrenache-led reds and a serious white\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red Châteauneuf-du-Pape is built around \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grenache\"\u003eGrenache\u003c\/a\u003e, with Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and a handful of old varieties adding spice, colour and grip. Expect ripe dark fruit, garrigue herbs and a warm, rounded finish, one of the more reliable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ereds\u003c\/a\u003e in the region for drinking well across a decade or more. The white, from Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc and Roussanne, is textured and fresh. The estate also makes wine in neighbouring Lirac and honest, everyday Côtes du Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChâteau Mont-Redon FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Château Mont-Redon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reds show ripe red and black fruit, dried herbs and sweet spice over a supple, warming body. The white is fuller than most, with orchard fruit, fennel and a citrus edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast lamb, beef, duck and game suit the reds, along with grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes with herbs and olives. The white loves roast chicken, shellfish and creamy sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I cellar it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reds drink well young, but a good vintage will improve for ten years or more, so it pays to buy a few and wait. The white is best in its first few years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2020-chateau-mont-redon-chateauneuf-du-pape-rouge-1","title":"2020 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Château Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is a polished, classically styled southern Rhône red that balances richness with remarkable freshness. Sourced from some of the appellation’s most coveted plateau vineyards, it showcases the depth and complexity that have made Châteauneuf-du-Pape a benchmark for Grenache-based blends. This cuvée reflects centuries of Rhône winemaking tradition at a historic estate that has helped shape the reputation of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2020 Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge shows a deep, vibrant ruby core with garnet highlights toward the rim. The nose opens with ripe red and black fruits—think Morello cherry, wild raspberry and blackcurrant—layered with garrigue herbs (thyme, rosemary, lavender), licorice, cracked pepper, and a hint of warm stones and subtle spice from the élevage.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet finely structured, with juicy, concentrated fruit wrapped around silky but firm tannins. Flavors of dark cherry, plum and red berries are interwoven with notes of dried herbs, cocoa, tobacco leaf, and a touch of savory game. The acidity is fresh and well-integrated, keeping the wine lively despite its power. The finish is long, persistent and nicely stony, speaking clearly of its terroir. While already approachable in youth with some aeration, this vintage has the structure and balance to evolve gracefully for 10–15 years, gaining more truffle, leather and dried fruit complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Mont-Redon’s vineyards lie on the famed Châteauneuf-du-Pape plateau, where old-vine Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and other permitted varieties are rooted in a tapestry of galets roulés (large rounded stones), red clay and sandy soils that store heat by day and release it at night. The fruit is harvested parcel by parcel, often by hand, to ensure optimal ripeness and careful selection. In the cellar, the grapes are destemmed and vinified variety and plot by plot, with temperature-controlled fermentation and extended maceration to extract color, aroma and fine tannins. The final blend is aged—primarily in large neutral oak foudres and vats, with a judicious use of barrels—to preserve fruit purity and terroir expression while adding subtle texture and complexity before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a natural partner for rich, flavorful dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, beef daube or short ribs, duck breast, game birds, and hearty stews. It also pairs beautifully with grilled meats, mushroom dishes, truffle-infused cuisine and aged hard cheeses like Comté or Manchego. Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) for optimal expression; in its youth, decanting for 1–2 hours helps the wine open up its aromatic layers and soften the tannins, while older bottles should be decanted gently just before serving to remove sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Mont-Redon is one of the historic estates of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with vineyard origins tracing back to the 14th century and a modern legacy shaped by the Abeille and Fabre families. Over generations, the domaine has assembled one of the largest contiguous holdings in the appellation, including prime parcels on the iconic stone-strewn plateau, giving it a significant voice in the style and quality of the region. Renowned for its meticulous vineyard work and its focus on elegance and balance over sheer power, Mont-Redon has been a reference point for classic, age-worthy Châteauneuf-du-Pape and has contributed greatly to the global reputation of Rhône wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Mont-Redon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251931238737,"sku":"GCW-REDO-20121503","price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2020_Chateau_MontRedon_ChateauneufduPape_Rouge.png?v=1783442295"},{"product_id":"2024-chateau-mont-redon-chateauneuf-du-pape-blanc","title":"2024 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf du pape Blanc","description":"2024 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf du pape Blanc","brand":"Château Mont-Redon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255051014481,"sku":"GCW-REDO-24001","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2024_Chateau_MontRedon_Chateauneuf_du_pape_Blanc.png?v=1783456211"}],"url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/collections\/chateau-mont-redon.oembed","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}