Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2022

Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022 is a benchmark Southern Rhône red, blending Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Syrah into a wine that captures both the power and elegance of this historic appellation. Produced by one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most respected family estates, it offers a deeply authentic expression of the region’s old-vine character and long-standing winemaking tradition.

Tasting Notes
Expect a dark garnet color with an inviting, concentrated core. The nose opens with ripe black cherry, blackberry, garrigue herbs, plum, pepper and a subtle earthy, floral edge that reflects the classic Southern Rhône profile. On the palate, the wine is generous and structured, with layers of dark fruit, spice, licorice and savory Mediterranean herbs supported by fine tannins and fresh acidity. It has the depth to develop beautifully over time, and this vintage should reward cellaring for several years, gaining complexity and silkier texture with age.

Production
Vieux Donjon works with parcels in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where galet-strewn soils, clay and sand help produce wines with both ripeness and freshness. The estate is known for a traditional approach that emphasizes careful vineyard work and hand-harvesting, allowing each grape variety to be picked at optimal maturity. Vinification is typically done with minimal intervention to preserve purity of fruit, terroir expression and the signature balance of the blend.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs especially well with roast lamb, grilled beef, duck, game, braised short ribs and hearty Provençal dishes like daube or ratatouille. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for 1–2 hours if opening young to allow the aromas and texture to fully open up.

Producer
Domaine du Vieux Donjon is a family-run estate with deep roots in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and a strong reputation for producing some of the appellation’s most classic, age-worthy wines. The winery has long been admired for its consistency, restraint and terroir-driven style, and it remains an important reference point for traditional Rhône Valley winemaking.

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