M. Chapoutier La Bernardine Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC

M. Chapoutier La Bernardine is a red wine from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, produced by Maison M. Chapoutier from hand-sorted grapes grown on ancient Quaternary terraces with galets roulés over compacted sand and clay soils. The blend comprises approximately 80-90% Grenache with minor percentages of Syrah and Mourvèdre. Fermentation occurs in closed concrete tanks for 3 weeks at high temperature. The wine is aged for 15-16 months entirely in unlined concrete tanks with zero oak barrel ageing. Bottled at 15% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The profile is refined and elegant with black fruit and spice notes.