Domaine de Beaurenard Chateauneuf du Pape Boisrenard 2021
Domaine de Beaurenard Chateauneuf du Pape Boisrenard 2021 is a dry, very full-bodied red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is little. Good with steak, barbecue, burgers, beef stew. Drink now or within 20 years (to about 2046). Decant for about 1 hour. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant. Critic score 96/100 (merchant-reported). Cheapest offer £53.56 at 8wines UK.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Cuvee Imperiale Chateauneuf Du Pape 2023 Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils · Rhone | £55.15 | |||
| Domaine de Beaurenard Chateauneuf Du Pape 2023 Domaine de Beaurenard · Rhone | £42.43 | |||
| Chateau de la Gardine Chateauneuf Du Pape 2021 Chateau de la Gardine · Rhone | £38.03 | |||
| Chateau de la Gardine Chateauneuf Du Pape 2022 Chateau de la Gardine · Rhone | £38.03 |
Drink it now or cellar for up to 20 years. It is recommended to decant it for an hour. Located in the heart of the prestigious Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation in the Rhône Valley, Domaine de Beaurenard is an eighth-generation family winery, now run by brothers Daniel and Frédéric Coulon and their sons. The estate boasts over 60 hectares of vineyards cultivated using certified organic and biodynamic methods. Le Boisrenard is a blend of the appellation's 13 varietals, selected from old vines grown according to biodynamic practices on the typical Châteauneuf soils (a mix of limestone, pebbles, clay, and sand with variable iron content). After careful selection in the vineyard and manual harvesting, the grapes ferment together, and the finished wine ages for a year in truncated cone-shaped vats, foudres, and barrels. In the glass, the wine reveals a dense and brilliant dark red color with purple highlights. Its aromatic profile is broad and complex, with initial notes of blackberry and wild berries, followed by hints of Mediterranean herbs, juniper, and licorice on a graphite background. On the palate, it is rich, concentrated, and generous. It has a full body and ripe tannins. It is smooth, fresh, and elegant, with a long, slightly spicy finish. It is excellent with game meat: try it with roast pigeon with potatoes, tagliatelle with pheasant sauce, or hare cacciatore.