{"title":"Clos des Papes","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes is one of the oldest and most respected estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The Avril family makes just one red and one white, both straight Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Here you will find the red across many vintages, including magnums and double magnums, alongside the rare Clos des Papes Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClos des Papes and the Avril family in Châteauneuf-du-Pape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Avrils have grown vines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape since the seventeenth century. In 1896 Paul Avril first bottled the wine under the name Clos des Papes. The name refers to a walled vineyard below the ruins of the popes' castle that gave the village its name. The family also helped set up the appellation, recognised in 1936 as one of the first protected designations in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Avril ran the estate from 1963. His son Paul-Vincent Avril joined him in the late 1980s after studying in Beaune and working abroad. He still runs Clos des Papes today and has kept to his father's approach: no special cuvées, no new oak, one wine per colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVineyards, grapes and winemaking at Clos des Papes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate farms around 32 hectares spread over more than twenty parcels across the appellation. Soils range from sand and clay to the famous rounded stones, the galets roulés, which soak up heat by day and release it to the vines at night. Many of the vines are very old, around 80 years on average, and yields are kept well below what the appellation allows. Clos des Papes is certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red Clos des Papes is roughly 65 percent \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grenache\"\u003eGrenache\u003c\/a\u003e, about 20 percent \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mourvedre\"\u003eMourvèdre\u003c\/a\u003e and around 10 percent Syrah, with Counoise, Vaccarèse and Muscardin making up the rest. That high share of Mourvèdre gives the wine its structure and spice. The grapes are destemmed, fermented with wild yeasts and aged for about a year in large, old wooden casks. The wine is not filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRed and white Clos des Papes: vintages and large formats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Clos des Papes is a wine for the cellar. Young, it shows dark cherry, garrigue herbs and firm tannins. It opens up after eight to ten years, and good vintages go on for much longer. The estate became famous worldwide when Wine Spectator named the 2005 its number one wine of 2007 in the Top 100. The range here runs from 2000 to 2024, including 2009, 2016 and the most recent harvests, plus magnums (1.5 litres) and double magnums (3 litres), in which the wine ages more slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Clos des Papes is made in small quantities. It blends almost equal parts Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, Picpoul, Bourboulenc and Picardan, is pressed as whole bunches and is made without malolactic fermentation. Young, it is fresh, floral and citrus-driven, and with age it turns rounder and picks up notes of honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compare with other wines from the appellation, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chateauneuf-du-pape\"\u003eChâteauneuf-du-Pape\u003c\/a\u003e page. For a different, Mourvèdre-led take, look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chateau-de-beaucastel\"\u003eChâteau de Beaucastel\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the southern \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rhone\"\u003eRhône\u003c\/a\u003e has its own page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Clos des Papes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho owns Clos des Papes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate has always belonged to the Avril family. It is run today by Paul-Vincent Avril, son of Paul Avril.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long can you age Clos des Papes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red usually needs eight to ten years to open and can develop for twenty years or more in good vintages. Magnums age more slowly. The white can be drunk young or kept for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Clos des Papes the same as Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes is a separate estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Clos des Papes belongs to the Avril family and has no connection to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food goes with Clos des Papes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red works with lamb, game, braised beef and dishes with Provençal herbs. The white suits fish in butter sauce, poultry and aged hard cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2009","title":"Clos des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2009 is a benchmark expression of the appellation, made by one of the region’s most respected historic estates. Crafted from Grenache and Mourvèdre with a traditional approach and remarkable restraint in the cellar, it captures both the power and finesse that have made Clos des Papes a reference point for age-worthy Rhône wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this 2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape typically shows a deep, concentrated ruby-garnet color with impressive density. The nose is layered and inviting, unfolding with ripe dark fruit, garrigue herbs, warm spice, and savory notes that speak clearly of the Southern Rhône.\n\nOn the palate, it is generous and structured, with rich Grenache-driven fruit balanced by the depth and backbone of Mourvèdre. Expect a broad, velvety texture, fine tannins, and a long, persistent finish with notes of black cherry, plum, leather, pepper, and dried herbs. While it can be enjoyed now, the wine has the balance and pedigree to continue evolving beautifully for years, especially with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes sources fruit from carefully managed vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where the terroir is defined by rolled stones, clay, and the warm, sun-drenched climate of the southern Rhône. Yields are kept very low, around 12–15 hl\/ha, to preserve concentration and quality. Harvesting is done with a traditional mindset, and vinification remains deliberately classical, with aging carried out in large old foudres and cement tanks rather than new oak, allowing the character of the fruit and terroir to remain front and center. The estate has long practiced organic and biodynamic methods and has been certified organic since 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a classic wine for richly flavored dishes such as roast lamb, beef stew, game, duck confit, or herb-crusted grilled meats. It also works beautifully with Mediterranean dishes featuring olives, rosemary, and roasted vegetables. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if drinking young or if you want to open up the wine’s full aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is one of the great names in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with a history dating back to 1896 when the estate was already selling wine under its own label. Paul Avril, the family’s earlier generation, played an active role in the creation of the appellation, helping shape the identity of the region. Today, his grandson Paul-Vincent Avril continues the legacy, and the estate is widely recognized for producing one of the most respected traditional, age-worthy wines in the Southern Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251998019921,"sku":"FW-1963","price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/produkt-grid_163_5.png?v=1783442696"},{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2000-magnum","title":"Clos des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape 2000 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes is one of the benchmark estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, long admired for its classic style, depth, and remarkable ageing ability. This 2000 Magnum showcases the estate’s traditional approach and the pedigree that has made it a reference point for the appellation for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, expect a mature Rhône red with a deep garnet core and the softened rim that comes with age. The nose typically opens with layers of ripe dark fruit, dried herbs, garrigue, leather, spice, and earthy, savoury notes, all framed by the grandeur of old-vine Grenache.\n\nOn the palate, it is full-bodied and generous, yet shaped by the finesse and balance that define Clos des Papes. Expect concentrated berry fruit, sweet spice, Provençal herbs, and a long, refined finish with enough structure to continue evolving gracefully in magnum format for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from carefully selected parcels in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where the diverse terroir of galets roulés, clay, sand, and limestone gives the wine both power and elegance. Yields are kept very low, around 12–15 hl\/ha, and harvesting is done with a focus on preserving fruit quality and precision. Vinification remains highly traditional, with no new oak used; ageing takes place in large old foudres and cement tanks to protect the wine’s purity and regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with lamb, game, slow-roasted beef, Provençal stews, and richly seasoned Mediterranean dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if opening now, especially to allow the wine’s more complex aromas to fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes has been one of the great names of Châteauneuf-du-Pape since the late 19th century, when the estate was already bottling under its own label in 1896. Paul Avril was deeply involved in the creation of the appellation, and today his grandson Paul-Vincent Avril continues the family legacy with the same commitment to tradition and quality. The estate has worked biodynamically and organically for nearly two decades and has been certified organic since 2011, earning widespread recognition for producing some of the region’s most respected age-worthy wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252080496977,"sku":"FW-6110","price":460.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/produkt-grid-mg_2_2.png?v=1783443057"},{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2021","title":"Clos Des Papes Châteauneuf-Du-Pape - Magnum 1,5L, 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos Des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 is a benchmark red from one of the appellation’s most respected names, offering a refined and classically styled expression of the southern Rhône. Known for its balance, depth, and elegance, it reflects both the power of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the finesse that has made Clos Des Papes such a sought-after producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a deep ruby colour with a bright, polished rim. The nose is layered and expressive, unfolding with dark cherry, blackberry, Provençal herbs, pepper, and a subtle earthy, garrigue-like character.\n\nOn the palate, it is concentrated yet graceful, with ripe red and black fruit, supple tannins, and a long, savoury finish. The 2021 vintage is likely to show freshness and tension alongside the richness typical of the appellation. It should age beautifully, rewarding cellaring over the next 10 to 15 years, and potentially longer in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône, the wine benefits from the region’s sun-drenched Mediterranean climate, rocky galets roulés soils, and cooling mistral winds, all of which help preserve freshness and structure. Clos Des Papes is known for careful parcel selection and traditional viticulture, with harvesting carried out by hand to ensure only healthy, fully ripe fruit is brought in. Vinification typically follows a restrained, terroir-driven approach to preserve purity, balance, and the character of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef fillet, game, duck, and slow-cooked Mediterranean dishes such as lamb with herbs or ratatouille. It also works well with aged cheeses and dishes featuring mushrooms or black olives. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if opening young to allow the wine to fully open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos Des Papes is one of the most admired producers in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with a longstanding reputation for producing wines of remarkable precision and consistency. The estate has played an important role in defining the modern standard for elegant, ageworthy Rhône reds, and its wines are frequently praised for their purity, harmony, and sense of place. Over the years, Clos Des Papes has earned a devoted following among collectors and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252126830929,"sku":"MS-66493","price":196.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/66493.png?v=1783443304"},{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-blanc-chateauneuf-du-pape-2021","title":"Clos des Papes Blanc Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes Blanc Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 is a Grenache Blanc-led Rhône white with citrus, pear, and stony depth from the Avril family estate at Clos. Think grapefruit oil, pear skin and a smoky stone line, carried by the creamy grip that makes this estate’s white so age-worthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes Blanc Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 comes from the estate’s single white cuvée, built from Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne, Bourboulenc and Picpoul. The vineyard material sits on the Châteauneuf mix listed for this bottle: galets roulés, limestone and clay. Those rounded stones mark the wine with broad warmth around the fruit. The limestone side appears in the grapefruit bite and the clean chalky finish. Clos des Papes farms under sustainable certification, and this white carries the same whole-estate blending idea that defines the domaine.\n\nIn the cellar, the 2021 Blanc was aged in a combination of French oak barrels and large foudres. That mix of wood suits a dry white at 15% alcohol with real body to carry. The foudres keep the pear and peach tones broad, and the barrels add a quiet frame around the citrus and flower notes. The wine has no sense of cosmetic oak. A faint licorice note sits under the white flowers, then lime peel returns on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first scent is crushed stone, pink grapefruit and lime zest, with a peach note that feels riper than the citrus suggests. On the palate, the Clos des Papes Blanc Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 has pear flesh, white flowers and a dry licorice thread tucked into the middle. The texture is layered and slightly creamy, then the finish tightens around grapefruit pith and a volcanic-rock style of mineral bitterness. This is a white Rhône with power, yet the best detail sits in the way lime, pear skin and stone keep reappearing after the wine is swallowed. Drink 2023-2036.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour this Clos des Papes Blanc with fish that has some richness, such as turbot with beurre blanc or roast cod with fennel and lemon. The grapefruit and lime notes cut through shellfish too, especially scallops in browned butter or langoustines with aioli. For a regional cue, try brandade de morue from the south of France, where the wine’s pear fruit and salty mineral finish meet the creamy salt cod beautifully. White meat is also a strong match, especially roast chicken with tarragon or veal with mushrooms. For cheese, stay with soft textures such as young goat cheese, Brillat-Savarin or a mild washed-rind cheese served cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is one of the rare Châteauneuf-du-Pape estates where the range is strikingly concise: one red wine and one white wine carry the family name each year from a domaine known for firm selection. That choice gives the Blanc a clear job in the cellar; it gathers the five white grapes into the single white face of the domaine and makes every blending decision feel important. The Avril family is closely tied to this property, and Vincent Avril is the modern name many collectors associate with its patient release rhythm and careful sorting. The estate draws on parcels across Châteauneuf-du-Pape; in the glass the signature feels assembled from many small vineyard voices under the Clos des Papes name. For the white wine, the smaller partners matter in the final shape; Picpoul adds snap and Bourboulenc brings a dry herbal edge beside the broader Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne. Older bottles of Clos des Papes Blanc often gain honeyed citrus and waxed almond tones, and that ageing expectation is already written into the 2021 through dense pear fruit, lime peel, mineral grip and a slow-building finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252136005969,"sku":"PS-7730874024136","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/ClosdesPapesBlancCNDP2021.png?v=1783443360"},{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2018-mg","title":"Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018 MG","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018 MG is a Grenache-led Rhône red magnum from Châteauneuf-du-Pape with red plum, black cherry and peppered clove. The 1500 ml bottle is a smart format for Clos des Papes’ 2018. It carries the estate’s silky power, with spice tucked deep into the fruit. Large foudres leave a calm frame around the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes draws this 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape from a wide spread of estate parcels, with Grenache leading and Mourvèdre and Syrah adding darker tones. The vines stand on galets roulés, sandy soils, and clay-limestone across the appellation. Each soil leaves a different mark in the glass. The stones echo in the wine’s warm cherry core. The sand shows in the airy lift that makes this 15% Rhône red feel so polished in magnum. The clay-limestone side gives the finish its slow grip and leather edge.\n\nThe 2018 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape MG spent 18 to 24 months in large French oak foudres. That ageing leaves the oak in a broad background role. It shapes the clove and black pepper, and the old-saddle note sits inside the red plum and black cherry. The wine is dry and built with a calm sense of scale. MG marks the 1500 ml bottle, a format that suits the wine’s long, unhurried development. The texture feels lithe and carefully polished, with the spice drawn out through a long foudre-aged finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018 MG opens with red plum, black cherry and a warm line of clove that grows after ten minutes in a wide glass, then settles into mulled strawberry. Air brings black pepper, dried thyme, leather and a faint orange-peel note above a saddle-leather base that feels very Clos des Papes in this polished and fragrant 2018 register from the Avril cellar. The palate is medium to full bodied and silky, with tannins that glide through the fruit and leave a fine mineral drag from the clay-limestone parcels for all its 15% alcohol. Its magnum rhythm shows in the finish, where cherry skin, sweet spice and old leather stretch out with the calm pacing of a wine built in large French foudres. Drink 2020-2040.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour this 2018 magnum with rib of beef, slow-cooked lamb shoulder or venison haunch when the dish carries rosemary and a dark pan jus. The wine’s red plum and black pepper meet game flavors directly, and the foudre spice picks up clove in a long braise or a peppered crust. For a regional match, choose daube provençale with orange peel and olives or a leg of Sisteron lamb rubbed with thyme. Aged Comté, Tomme de Savoie or a firm sheep’s cheese bring out the wine’s leather note and keep the finish savory. The 1500 ml bottle has the pace for a table where the roast arrives late and the cheese stays out after the main course.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is the Avril family’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape domaine, and its most telling habit is the decision to draw all selected estate sites from old vines and mixed soils into one red cuvée each year. The name points to a walled vineyard near the old papal castle, a detail that gives the label a direct link to the village skyline and its pale limestone ruins seen from many of the family’s plots. Paul-Vincent Avril now leads the domaine, following a line of Avrils associated with careful vineyard selection and the calm confidence that marks the Clos des Papes cellar in both vineyard pacing and élevage. The estate parcels run over galets roulés, sand and clay-limestone across Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with the magnum holding those pieces in a slower frame through sunny cherry, perfumed pepper and a firm leather-streaked finish. The cellar keeps the imprint clear through long élevage in large foudres, with the 2018 showing clove and old leather inside its red fruit after air and the oak reading as a broad rounded shape. The 2018 MG shows that house thinking in a very practical way, with a broad fruit core at opening and black pepper that keeps building after an hour in the glass which is one of the small pleasures of this bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos Des Papes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252137218385,"sku":"PS-7730874187976","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/CLOS_20DES_20PAPES.png?v=1783443366"},{"product_id":"clos-des-papes-chateauneuf-du-pape-2020","title":"Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 is a Grenache-led red from the Rhone with deep berry fruit, spice and famous Avril family grip and length in the glass. It is the Clos des Papes red that pulls fruit from scattered Châteauneuf parcels, then spends 18 to 20 months in old foudres. Expect raspberry, cherry, pepper and a firm old-school frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2020 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape is led by Grenache with Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsaut giving darker edges to the blend. The Avril family farms organically across a spread of Châteauneuf parcels, a detail that fits the estate’s habit of blending many voices into one red. The soils range from galets roulés to sand, clay and limestone across the holdings. The wine feels tied to those mixed sites through its red fruit, pepper and firm mineral line.\n\nIn the cellar, Clos des Papes keeps this 2020 in large old French oak foudres for 18 to 20 months. That ageing is a signature of the domaine, and it brings a rounded feel to the tannins rather than a sweet oak flavour. The oak impression stays in the background as texture, spice and a gentle breath of air through the fruit. By the last sip, cherry skin and black pepper cling to the sides of the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2020 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape opens with raspberry, red cherry and strawberry, then a darker run of blueberry and black plum arrives after fifteen minutes in a broad glass. Black pepper sits clearly over the fruit with thyme, warm spice and a faint black olive note giving the wine the unmistakable Avril savoury edge after the second swirl. The palate is full bodied and dry, with 15.5 percent alcohol woven into velvety tannins and a line of acidity that keeps the red fruit moving across the tongue in a steady pulse. After an hour in a large glass, the long finish tightens around cherry skin, pepper and a stony note that recalls the estate’s galets roulés parcels. Drink 2024-2040.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour the 2020 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape with rosemary roast lamb, rib of beef or slow cooked venison with juniper and potatoes roasted in duck fat for a long Sunday lunch. The wine has enough tannin for red meat and game, and its raspberry and black pepper notes latch onto browned edges, pan juices and herbs. For a regional idea, serve daube provençale with orange peel, olives and a spoonful of rich cooking liquor from the pot beside silky mashed potatoes. Aged Comté, Tomme de Savoie or firm sheep’s cheese bring out the savoury side of the Mourvèdre and Syrah in the blend. Cured saucisson or jambon cru also suit the wine, especially if you decant the bottle and use broad glasses for its peppery lift and cherry-skin finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes has a rare kind of discipline for Châteauneuf-du-Pape: the Avril family keeps the red range centred on one flagship wine, and that bottle carries the domaine’s full identity each year from release to maturity. That focus puts the important red material into the same blend, with Grenache carrying the centre of gravity and Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsaut adding darker spice and extra breadth around the wine’s red-fruited heart. Paul-Vincent Avril works from a patchwork of parcels across the appellation, and the 2020 Clos des Papes includes fruit from galets roulés, sand and clay-limestone ground inside the same bottle from several soil moods. The vineyard spread is important in the glass, as the wine moves from strawberry and raspberry to black plum, thyme and cracked pepper across a long evening at the table as each pour takes a new turn. Ageing in large old French foudres is part of the house signature, and it marks Clos des Papes with polished tannins, quiet spice and a savoury finish that feels carefully measured after time in bottle. 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Grenache brings the broad cherry centre, Syrah adds violet and black pepper, Mourvèdre deepens the savoury bass note. The large vessels leave the 2021 with rounded edges, a peppered finish and a gentle clove scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 opens in a deep ruby register with black cherry and dark plum plus the lilac-like floral note and iris scent that mark this particular bottling in the Clos des Papes lineup from the first swirl. The palate is full-bodied and dense, with a rich core of black cherry, violet pastille and darker berry fruit set into the estate's compact 2021 frame that feels richer than the nose first suggests. Lavender, black pepper and baking spices spread across the middle, then the finish turns long and airy with a final snap of pepper and warm stone. 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The estate's labels have become reference points for Châteauneuf-du-Pape collectors, and the wine still reads as one domaine blend with Grenache warmth, Syrah perfume and a firm Mourvèdre shadow under the familiar cream label. 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The estate farms with a sustainable approach, and the 2022 Blanc shows the ripeness of the year in a clear golden-fruited register.\n\nIn the cellar, Clos des Papes ages this white in a combination of old oak demi-muids and stainless steel tanks. The old demi-muids add breadth and a soft spice note rather than obvious new oak flavour. Stainless steel keeps the citrus oil and pear notes clear. This matters for a wine with 15% alcohol and naturally generous Rhône fruit. The 2022 stays dry, full, and layered from the first pour. Pear, pineapple, peach, orange peel, and baking spice all sit in the same frame. A faint acacia note appears as the wine warms in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose opens with ripe pear, white peach, acacia flower, and a glossy citrus-oil note that feels very Clos des Papes Blanc in its golden depth. The palate is full-bodied and dry, with pineapple, tangerine, and yellow peach moving across a plush texture that still keeps a clean edge from Picpoul Blanc and Bourboulenc. Old oak demi-muids show as baking spice and gentle grip, not as vanilla or toast, and the finish stretches out with orange peel and warm stone. This 2022 has the weight to handle decanting or a large Burgundy glass, and it gains detail as the chill drops a little. Drink 2024-2030.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape for richer fish rather than a quick squeeze of lemon over a light fillet. Roast turbot with fennel, seared scallops with cauliflower purée, or monkfish with saffron cream will meet the wine’s pineapple, pear, and orange-oil notes. For a regional cue, serve it with pike quenelles in a light Nantua-style sauce, a Rhône classic with enough softness for the wine’s creamy middle. Poultry also makes sense here, especially roast chicken with tarragon, guinea fowl with mushrooms, or a simple chicken fricassée. With cheese, choose soft textures such as Brillat-Savarin, Chaource, or a ripe goat cheese that can take the wine’s 15% frame and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is closely tied to one concrete choice: the estate releases one red Châteauneuf-du-Pape and one white Châteauneuf-du-Pape rather than building a ladder of special cuvées. That decision gives the Blanc a direct connection to the whole domaine, even though the white represents only a small part of the production. The Avril family has shaped the estate’s reputation over generations, and Paul-Vincent Avril is widely associated with the modern clarity of the wines. The domaine works with parcels spread across Châteauneuf-du-Pape, so its bottlings draw from more than one soil expression inside the appellation. In the white, that spread matters in a very tangible way, with galets roulés bringing warmth and limestone helping the finish feel more drawn out. Clos des Papes Blanc is also distinctive for its broad blend of authorised white grapes, including the rarely seen Picardan alongside Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Bourboulenc, and Picpoul Blanc. 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Old oak demi-muids and stainless steel keep the texture broad and the fruit finely etched.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes Blanc Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2023 comes from the Avril family’s parcels in the southern Rhône. The vineyard base brings together galets roulés, sandy soils and limestone. That mix matters in this white, since the blend spans Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne, Bourboulenc, Picpoul Blanc and Picardan. The estate farms with a sustainable approach. The 2023 reads as a true Clos des Papes Blanc in its combination of fennel scent, waxy pear and a faint iodine edge.\n\nIn the cellar, the wine is aged in a combination of old oak demi-muids and stainless steel vats. The old wood gives breadth rather than overt toast. The steel keeps the lemon and quince notes clean. This is a dry white Châteauneuf-du-Pape with 15% alcohol, so the palate has real weight. The finish carries a salty phenolic grip that feels specific to this bottling. The final impression is honeysuckle, crushed stone and ripe citrus skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose opens with honeyed lemon, quince and pear, then moves into fennel, verbena and acacia blossom as the glass warms. The palate is layered and fairly full, with Grenache Blanc weight, Clairette lift and a firm phenolic line from the broader Clos des Papes white blend. There is a clear saline note through the finish, almost iodine-like, which makes the ripe fruit feel more detailed. The 2023 has enough structure for time in bottle, and the old demi-muids give a soft waxy frame around the citrus and herb tones. Drink from 2025 to 2045.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Clos des Papes Blanc has the body for roasted poultry and the salty finish for fish with skin and sauce. Try it with turbot in beurre blanc, roast chicken with fennel and lemon, or scallops with cauliflower purée. A regional match would be Provençal aioli with cod, potatoes, vegetables and garlic mayonnaise, especially with the wine’s fennel and iodine notes. It also suits aged Comté, baked goat cheese, grilled artichokes and a vegetable tian with olive oil and thyme. Serve it cool rather than cold, since the pear and honeysuckle notes need a little air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes has one defining habit that sets the tone for the whole domaine: the Avril family gathers its scattered Châteauneuf-du-Pape parcels into one estate voice. Those holdings include galets roulés, sandy ground and limestone, a mix that fits the broad blend used for the Blanc 2023. Paul-Vincent Avril leads the estate today, following a family line tied to the village for generations. The domaine is best known for one red and one white Châteauneuf-du-Pape each year, which gives this Blanc a clear identity inside a small production category. The white is especially distinctive at Clos des Papes, since it carries six grapes in a dry, ageworthy style with fennel, quince and salty phenolic length. 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Built from a traditional blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and the region’s rarer varieties, it reflects both the historic character of the appellation and the precision of a top-tier producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this typically shows a deep, vivid ruby to garnet colour, hinting at concentration without heaviness. The nose is expected to be layered and expressive, with ripe red and black berries, garrigue herbs, pepper, floral nuances and a subtle earthy spice.\n\nOn the palate, Clos Des Papes is usually celebrated for its balance rather than sheer power: rich dark fruit, supple tannins, savoury spice and a long, refined finish. 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Sourced from a mosaic of historic parcels across Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it reflects both the diversity of the terroir and the estate’s long-standing commitment to classic, age-worthy wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYouthful in appearance, this vintage is expected to show a deep ruby core with vibrant garnet reflections as it evolves. The nose typically opens with ripe red and black berries, Provençal herbs, garrigue, pepper, and subtle floral and earthy notes, layered with a mineral edge that speaks to the appellation’s stony soils.\n\nOn the palate, Clos des Papes is usually structured yet refined, offering concentrated dark fruit, silky tannins, and a long, savory finish marked by spice and Mediterranean herbs. While approachable with patience in its early years, it is built to develop beautifully over time and should gain complexity with cellar aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine comes from Clos des Papes’ carefully selected parcels in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where the region’s famous galets roulés, clay, sand, and limestone contribute to both ripeness and freshness. Harvesting is traditionally done by hand to preserve quality, and the cellar approach is restrained, allowing the character of each parcel and the vintage to remain at the forefront. Vinification is carried out with a focus on balance and purity, using gentle extraction and élevage that supports structure without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is an excellent match for roast lamb, duck, beef short ribs, game dishes, and Provençal cuisine with herbs and garlic. 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Open it for a serious table, or give it time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2021 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape comes from organically certified vineyards spread across the appellation. Grenache leads the blend, with Syrah and Mourvèdre adding darker fruit and peppery grip. The parcels sit on galets roulés, clay and sand, a mix that suits the estate’s habit of building one main red from many voices. In this MG bottling, the 2021 material feels darker and more compact than the 2022, with the stony sites showing through the tannic line.\n\nVinification at Clos des Papes follows the same whole-estate idea. The wine is raised for 18 to 20 months in large French oak foudres. The oak reads as a broad frame, with the fruit staying on black cherry, blackberry and dried flower. This dry 14.5% red carries its power through the middle palate and into a long peppered finish. The final imprint is violet, black cherry, blackberry, black pepper and lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompared with the estate’s 2022, this 2021 carries a deeper colour and a firmer black-fruited centre that feels built for a slow unwind in the cellar and the MG format underlines that sense of reserve. The nose opens with violet, iris and lilac before black cherry and blackberry roll in with cracked black pepper, dried rose and a touch of garrigue-like lavender. The palate is full-bodied, concentrated and dry, with velvety tannins wrapping a solid core of dark berry fruit and warm Provençal spice that runs straight through the dense middle. There is a long peppered finish, and the floral notes return after the fruit has faded from the glass for a few moments, leaving a violet echo. 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Organic certification is part of the current domaine work and the 2021 shows it through clean floral detail as much as through its dense black cherry core, which feels especially clear in the violet and iris notes that open the glass. In the cellar, the domaine favours large French oak foudres for élevage and keeps the focus on blend texture and the peppery perfume that marks this 2021 from its first aromatic lift before the tannins settle into their polished line. 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It feels built for a table with serious food and patient friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes farms organically in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and this 2022 MG draws on a blend led by Grenache and Mourvèdre with Syrah and Vaccarèse and Counoise. The vineyard soils here are galets roulés with clay and limestone, a combination that suits the estate's dark fruit and savory herbal register. Those rounded stones matter in this bottle, and the fruit reads warm and ripe with aromas focused on fennel, lavender and leather. Vaccarèse and Counoise show up in the floral edge and the fine herbal detail. The estate's choice to bottle one red cuvée makes the supporting grapes part of the main story in 2022.\n\nVinification at Clos des Papes is aimed at one red Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and the 2022 is shaped through a single final blend. The wine was aged in large French oak foudres and demi-muids, and the oak presence feels broad and quiet with a low savory polish. The élevage sits behind blackberry, cherry and garrigue, rather than taking the lead in the aroma. Mourvèdre feels slightly forward at this early stage, bringing saddle leather and a darker spice note to the finish. A final trace of fennel and black tea hangs over the glass after the fruit settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby in the glass, Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022 MG opens with blackberry and ripe cherry over crushed plum, warm stone and dried garrigue in a compact and serious register. Fennel seed and lavender lift the nose, then saddle leather, peony and a cool menthol note make the perfume feel unmistakably Clos des Papes with lilac around the edges. The palate is medium to full-bodied and dry, with velvety tannins that feel unusually fine for a 15% Rhône red carrying this much dark fruit and spice across a layered mid-palate. Mourvèdre sits a little forward at this stage, drawing the finish toward game skin, black tea and a long echo of fennel that lingers after the cherry fades. Drink 2025-2044.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022 MG with roast lamb shoulder rubbed with rosemary, garlic and fennel seed, as those flavors pick up the wine's herbal depth. For a regional table, choose daube provençale with beef, black olives and orange peel, then let the leather and dark cherry notes settle into the sauce. Game is a strong direction here, especially venison loin with juniper or wild boar ragu with pappardelle. For poultry, go richer than a simple roast chicken and choose guinea fowl with mushrooms or duck legs with thyme. Aged Comté or mature sheep's cheese will suit the velvety tannins and the long savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is unusual in Châteauneuf-du-Pape for the discipline of its range, with one red wine and one white wine carrying the whole domaine name each year and the red carrying the estate's complete statement. That single-red approach puts Grenache and Mourvèdre from scattered parcels into the same final blend as Syrah and Vaccarèse and Counoise, and the 2022 draws on rolled stones over clay and limestone from different parts of the appellation. Paul-Vincent Avril runs the domaine with a notably quiet public profile, and the label has stayed almost unchanged in a region full of louder special cuvées and constant collector attention. The farming is certified organic across a vineyard base that gives this wine its mix of sun-warmed stone and black cherry and fennel and the faint leather note found in young Clos des Papes after a few minutes in the glass. In the cellar, large French oak foudres and demi-muids frame the wines with breadth and a calm texture that stays behind the fruit and leaves the garrigue scent easy to read. 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The 2023 feels especially fleshy, with a salty finish that keeps drawing you back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2023 comes from sustainably farmed vines spread across the appellation. The blend is built around Grenache with Mourvèdre and Syrah, drawn from parcels on galets roulés, sand and clay-limestone. That mix matters at Clos des Papes, as the estate bottles one main red rather than splitting the best parcels into prestige labels. The 2023 fruit profile reads dark and vivid, with black cherry and red beet notes sitting beside orange peel and violet.\n\nIn the cellar, the grapes are completely destemmed before fermentation. The wine is aged entirely in foudre, which gives the fruit room to feel broad and textured. There is no small-barrel gloss in the way the 2023 presents itself. The dry finish carries a salty line, and the 14.5% alcohol sits inside a dense core of fruit rather than above it. The last impression is mint, dark cherry skin and warm stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe colour is medium ruby, with a brightness that suits the floral side of this Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2023. The nose moves through black cherry, red beet, blood orange, mint and violet, then adds a savoury note that recalls roasted game juices. The palate is medium to full bodied, with more density than many vintages of this bottling and a fleshy centre of Grenache fruit. Mourvèdre adds a firm edge to the shape, and Syrah brings darker spice through the finish. Drink from 2025 to 2048.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour this with roast lamb, especially a shoulder rubbed with rosemary, garlic and black olive. The wine’s black cherry and mint notes also sit beautifully next to venison loin, pigeon or duck breast with a blood orange glaze. For a regional match, choose daube Provençale with olives, orange zest and herbs from the garrigue. Aged Comté, saucisson sec and pâté en croûte make a strong table for the salty finish and the wine’s savoury meatiness. Poultry also has a place here, especially guinea fowl with mushrooms and pan juices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes has one of the clearest identities in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, as the Avril family focuses its reputation on a single red cuvée and a single white cuvée. Paul-Vincent Avril draws on parcels across the appellation, with rolled stone sites and sandier ground feeding the same Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape blend each year. The domaine puts its best red fruit into the main bottling, so a vintage like 2023 carries the estate’s full range of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah expression. The style is rooted in finesse rather than volume, with floral lift and savoury depth appearing even in warmer years. This 2023 shows that signature clearly through orange peel, violet and a saline finish that feels very Clos des Papes. 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First sold under its own label as early as 1896, the estate helped shape the history of the appellation and remains a reference point for traditional Rhône winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a deep, concentrated red with a generous, dark-fruited profile and a distinctly classical Châteauneuf-du-Pape character. The nose typically offers ripe Grenache aromas of black cherry, plum, dried herbs, garrigue, and subtle spice, while the palate is layered, structured, and elegant rather than flashy. Even in a ripe vintage like 2018, the wine retains freshness and poise, with firm but refined tannins and excellent aging potential over 10–20 years or more.\n\nClos des Papes is built for cellaring, but it can also be enjoyed on release if you prefer a more youthful, expressive style. With time in bottle, the wine develops greater complexity, revealing earthy, savory notes alongside its fruit-driven core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from carefully managed vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where low yields of around 12–15 hl\/ha ensure concentration and intensity. Production is strongly traditional, with hand harvesting and a vinification approach that favors balance and authenticity over extraction or heavy oak influence. Aging takes place in large old foudres and cement tanks rather than new barrels, allowing the wine’s varietal character and terroir expression to remain front and center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, duck, game birds, beef, and rich Provençal dishes such as herb-crusted meats or ratatouille. 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Châteauneuf-du-Pape carries a long-standing reputation for powerful yet refined reds, and Clos des Papes has long been one of its benchmark names.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine typically shows a deep garnet core with vivid ruby reflections in its youth. Aromatically, expect a layered bouquet of ripe dark berries, red cherry, garrigue herbs, pepper, and subtle floral and savory notes, often with a touch of spice and earthiness.\n\nOn the palate, it is usually full-bodied and harmonious, combining Grenache’s generous fruit with Syrah’s structure and Mourvèdre’s depth. The texture is generous yet balanced, with fine tannins and a long, persistent finish. 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The 1500 ml bottle gives the 2019 extra patience for the table or cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 2019 magnum comes from Clos des Papes parcels across Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah rooted in sandy clay and galets roulés. The estate farms under sustainable certification. The large rolled stones give the wine its warm, stony scent before the glass reaches full air. Grenache sets the red-fruited heart of the blend. Mourvèdre and Syrah bring darker skins, violet tones and the savoury edge that shows in this ripe 2019.\n\nThe wine spent 18 to 20 months in large French oak foudres. That élevage gives a broad frame to the fruit rather than a glossy oak stamp. The oak reads as baking spice, gentle smoke and a slow warmth around the kirsch-toned centre. The dry finish is important here, as the 16% alcohol sits inside a wine built for long development in magnum. A faint crushed-stone note sits under the black cherry on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose opens with kirsch and black cherry, then moves into violet, warm spice and the smoky garrigue scent that marks Clos des Papes in ripe years. On the palate it is dry and large in scale, with 16% alcohol carried through dark fruit, leather and a firm mineral line that keeps the wine upright. Violet and baking spice give the middle a perfumed lift as Mourvèdre brings a darker savoury tone to the Grenache-led core, which keeps the aromatics high above the broad fruit. After an hour in a large glass the finish keeps building for a full minute, moving from black cherry to smoke, crushed stone and a faint game note that suits the magnum format. 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Use a wide decanter for this magnum at the table, then let each glass open slowly beside the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is the Avril family domaine in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, led today by Paul-Vincent Avril, and the estate’s defining habit is making one principal red cuvée from its own parcels and strict internal selection. That bottling draws on a wide spread of parcels across the appellation, including sandy sites and stone-covered ground, and the finished blend carries several village voices under one label in this 2019 magnum. For this Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2019 MG, the familiar trio of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah is shaped by aging in large French foudres for 18 to 20 months. The domaine is known for severe selection, with chosen lots going into the Clos des Papes bottling, and that habit gives the label a rare sense of continuity from vintage to vintage when the growing season is generous. The 16% alcohol in Paul-Vincent Avril’s 2019 magnum sits inside dry cherry fruit, incense-like spice and a clean herbal edge after air in a large glass. 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While it can be enjoyed now, the wine has the balance and structure to develop beautifully for 5–8 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is farmed with a strong commitment to organic and biodynamic principles, and the yields are kept very low at around 12–15 hl\/ha. The vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape benefit from the region’s sun-drenched Mediterranean climate and stony soils, which help produce small, concentrated berries with excellent ripeness and freshness.\n\nVinification remains highly traditional, with no emphasis on new oak. The wine is aged in large old foudres and cement tanks, preserving purity of fruit and terroir expression rather than overt wood influence. 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Made in one of the most celebrated appellations in southern France, it reflects the depth, balance, and aging ability that have made Châteauneuf-du-Pape a classic for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows a deep, dense ruby-red color that hints at its concentration. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of dark berries, spice, tobacco, and a subtle touch of licorice, opening gradually as it breathes.\n\nOn the palate, it delivers concentrated fruit, supple tannins, and a long, persistent finish, where notes of pepper, cherry, and Provençal herbs bring both warmth and freshness. This is a wine with excellent aging potential and will continue to gain complexity and nuance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Papes is crafted from carefully selected grapes typical of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with the fruit hand-harvested to preserve quality and balance. The vineyards benefit from the warm southern Rhône terroir, which provides ripe fruit character, depth, and structure, while the winemaking is designed to highlight elegance as much as intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an ideal match for rich meat dishes, game, and mature cheeses. 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