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Domaine Fontavin - Trilogies 2016

Châteauneuf-du-Pape|Red wine|Organic

3.9/5 (22 customers)

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

“A Trilogies that brings together three grape varieties (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre) and three terroirs within the appellation (sand, sandstone, and pebbles): a winning combination that really struck a chord with the jury. Ripe red fruits, spices, and menthol: the grapes’ beautiful ripeness is immediately apparent on the nose. With its creamy, full-bodied texture, soft and well-integrated tannins, and a palate bursting with fruit and spices, the wine confirms this on the palate. Remarkable for its volume and richness, it’s already a delight to drink. It also has great aging potential.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2020) Excellent value for the price!

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Estate

Domaine Fontavin

Vintage

Trilogies

Vintage

2016

Designation

Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Region

Rhône

Grape Varieties

80% Grenache noir, 15% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre

Terroirs

Red clay and rounded pebbles, sandstone, sandy-loam terraces

Viticulture

Certified organic. Traditional “Gobelet” and “Cordon de Royat” training systems (Syrah). Plowing, grass cover in every other row, leaf removal, and application of sheep manure to promote soil health.

Grape Harvest

Hand-harvested with sorting in the vineyard

Wine Making

Destemming, indigenous yeasts, maceration for 3 weeks to 1 month with pumping over and punching down

Livestock Farming

12 to 15 months in concrete tanks and French oak demi-muids (600 L)

Alcohol content

15%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Intense ruby color

Nose

Charming, with aromas of ripe red and black fruits, along with notes of spice and menthol

Palate

Delicate and well-rounded, with a smooth, full-bodied texture, well-integrated tannins, and a finish featuring fruit and spices; good length

Serve

At 16-18°C

Drink before

2028

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a nice rib of beef, or with beef stew, mushroom risotto...

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Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2020) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the wine:

A “Trilogies” that brings together three grape varieties (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre) and three terroirs within the appellation (sand, sandstone, and pebbles): a winning combination that really impressed the jury. Ripe red fruits, spices, and menthol: the grapes’ beautiful ripeness is immediately apparent on the nose. With its creamy, full-bodied texture, soft, well-integrated tannins, and a palate bursting with fruit and spices, the wine confirms this on the palate. Remarkable for its volume and richness, it’s already a great pleasure to drink. It also has excellent aging potential.

About the estate:

Located north of Courthézon, this 45-hectare family-owned estate—spanning eight municipalities and five appellations—has been managed since 1998 by Hélène Chouvet, an oenologist, who converted the vineyard to organic farming.

Customer Rating

3.9/5

based on 22 reviews