Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Red and white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the southern Rhône's premier cru: our selection.
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape: the essentials

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, between Orange and Avignon, is the first appellation of the southern Rhône. Its varied soils, including the famous rolled pebbles, accommodate thirteen authorized grape varieties; the reds are mainly based on Grenache, complemented by Syrah and Mourvèdre.

See also: All wines from the Rhône Valley

How many grape varieties are used in Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

The appellation authorizes up to thirteen grape varieties; Grenache dominates the reds, blended with Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault or Counoise.

What dishes to serve with a Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

Daube, game, herb-roasted lamb, truffles and aged cheeses for the red; fish, poultry and Provençal cuisine for the white.