CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE RED
Domaine des Cigalons
On the palate, like the old Château, it proudly develops its great architectural dimension. Behind a cherry color with purple reflections, the Domaine des Cigalons is both fine and very dense. The bouquet begins to open up with notes of cherries, ripe raspberries and sweet spices. Round, ample, silky and generous, it is a harmonious wine to be enjoyed over the next three or four years.
Domaine des Cigalons
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Grape variety
65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 10% Cinsault, 5% Syrah.
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Location
The estate is located on the left bank of the Rhône between Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Courthézon and Orange to the north, on the terroirs of Chapouin and Coudoulet.
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Ground
Our vineyard extends over clay-limestone soils of the alpine diluvium withc a high proportion of rolled pebbles for which our wine is renowned.
Winemaking
The vinification benefits from modern equipment, pneumatic press and scraper for certain cuvées; Fermentation takes place under temperature control using cold equipment. This method of vinification allows us to have more fruity wines as well as better conservation.
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Tasting
Ample, full-bodied and structured, these are wines with a powerful and complex bouquet. Behind a cherry color with purple reflections, this wine is both fine and very dense. The bouquet begins to open up with notes of sour cherry, ripe raspberries and sweet spices. Round, ample, silky and generous, it is a harmonious wine to be enjoyed over the next three or four years.
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Sommelier's advice
Decant it or serve it at room temperature at 17 to 18°C.
They are remarkable companions for meats, game and cheeses.