Chateauneuf du Pape La Bernardine Chapoutier 2003
Chateauneuf du Pape La Bernardine Chapoutier 2003 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity gentle; oak influence is little. Good with lamb, roast vegetables, barbecue, beef stew. Cheapest offer £94.80 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateauneuf du Pape Clos des Papes 2006 Clos des Papes · Rhône | £95.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Clos des Papes 2015 Clos des Papes · Rhône | £95.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Clos Saint Jean Deus Ex Machina 2008 Clos Saint Jean · Rhône | £95.00 | |||
| Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Les Galimardes, Domaine Giraud 2022 (organic) 2022 Domaine Giraud · Rhône | £95.00 |
The tradition of blending grape varieties is a hallmark of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. In Chapoutier`s `La Bernardine,` the primary grape used in the blend is Grenache, complemented by smaller portions of Syrah and Mourvèdre. Grenache contributes natural sweetness to the blend, resulting in an elegant wine with silky tannins and exceptional finesse. The wine undergoes a 15-month ageing process in concrete tanks, which facilitates proper oxygenation, preserving its freshness and aromatic qualities. The defining feature of the 2003 vintage was the scorching European heatwave, with red wines generally outperforming whites, even in regions traditionally associated with white wine production, such as Alsace.