Domaine Mayard - Châteauneuf-du-Pape rouge 2021
98/100
RVF
"New Star"
“The next generation is on the rise in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. With this first vintage, the Mayard brothers are off to a strong start. This wine is a major success. With great aromatic elegance, it exudes notes of flowers and wild strawberries. An intense, full-bodied yet refined wine, with delicate tannins and deep fruit. There is a sense of serenity in this wine, combining freshness and maturity, with acidity that carries it through to a long finish. Sumptuous.” (RVF Magazine No. 674 – October 2023)
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Eye
A beautiful deep garnet color
Nose
Subtle and complex, the fruit reveals itself fully, with floral notes of rose and sweet spices
Palate
Deep, ripe fruit with a distinct character—concentrated and exceptionally refined—featuring aromas of strawberry, blood orange, peony, and red pepper, with enveloping, velvety tannins
Serve
At 16°C
Drink starting at
2024
Drink before
2031+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with beef bourguignon, veal filet mignon Rossini, duck legs with porcini mushrooms, farmhouse Brie, dark chocolate...
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 98/100
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The next generation is on the rise in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. With this first vintage, the Mayard brothers are off to a strong start. This wine is a major success. With great aromatic elegance, it exudes notes of flowers and wild strawberries. An intense, full-bodied yet refined wine, with delicate tannins and deep fruit. There is a sense of serenity in this wine, which combines freshness and ripeness, along with acidity that carries it through to a long finish. Sumptuous.
About the estate:
The 2021 split from Vignobles Mayard allowed Arthur and Hugo to pursue their own vision for the region’s wines across about ten hectares of vineyards in Châteauneuf and two in Côtes du Rhône. The winery is located right in the heart of the village. The vineyard spans diverse geological formations representative of the appellation: the Grande Coulée with its rounded pebbles, Les Serres, the northern slope of the Crau plateau with its sandy soils, and Le Pointu, where Mourvèdre reigns supreme. We appreciated the elegance and graceful mouthfeel of the wines presented. We’ll be keeping a close eye on the estate’s development.
James Suckling
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Recommended
Customer Rating
4.3/5
based on 7 reviews
Review by Mr. PATRICK D. Posted on January 16, 2026
I was a little disappointed by this wine, which has received unanimous praise from the press. I didn't find the structure and fruitiness that had been described. I'll have to try another vintage.
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Review by Mr. MATHIEU W. Published on February 18, 2024
A light cherry-red color with a ruby core. On the nose, subtle notes of ripe red fruit—raspberry, strawberry, and fig. Also floral notes, garrigue, herbs, and dry wood. On the palate, it’s juicy, full-bodied, with good grip, soft tannins, fine acidity, red fruit (that raspberry again), beautifully balanced, with substance, freshness, conviction, and finesse. A truly refined yet powerful Ch9dP of outstanding quality with good aging potential. The wine is a bit atypical, though, as it resembles more of a Burgundy or a top-tier Gamay from the Beaujolais. I’m curious to see how it will develop. I can’t quite justify the 98 points awarded by *Revue de Vin de France* just yet. Score: 17+/20
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Review and opinion by Mr. VENTURINI D. Published on June 15, 2026
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Review by Mr. VINCENT H. Published on July 29, 2025
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Review and rating by Mr. STEFANO P. Posted on September 28, 2024
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC S. Posted on August 9, 2024
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Review by Mr. JEAN LOUIS B. Published on March 19, 2024
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