“A blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache, fermented in concrete and then aged in equal parts in concrete, demi-muids, and barrels, the 2022 Ventoux Quintessence seems to be one of the best examples of this cuvée I’ve tasted. On the nose, impressive aromas of blueberries are accompanied by raspberries and a hint of black olive, while the palate is full-bodied, richly concentrated, and supple, with notes of licorice and mint on a long, velvety finish.” (Wine Advocate 2024)
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Eye
Dark Purple
Nose
Dark fruits (morello cherries), garrigue, roasted notes, and black olives
Palate
Very full-bodied, with richness and power balanced by the freshness of the Ventoux terroir. Notes of garrigue and black cherry, with silky tannins. Beautiful concentration, lovely acidity, and great generosity.
Serve
At 18°C
Open
1 hour beforehand in a carafe
Drink before
2032
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with braised beef cheeks, moussaka, duck confit, or even a dark chocolate dessert…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable vintage, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
This family-run estate, now in its third generation, produces a wide range of full-bodied wines on some 70 hectares, in a modern and ambitious style that ranks them among the must-try wines of the Ventoux region. Now managed by Frédéric and Alexandre Chaudière, the vineyard features nine grape varieties grown on clay-limestone gravel slopes at an elevation of 300 meters. The wines are crafted with care.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Purchased in 1970 by Odette and René Bastide, this vast 100-hectare estate, known for its consistent quality, has been managed since 2003 by the third generation (Frédéric and Alexandre Chaudière). The entire vineyard is certified organic and is in the process of converting to biodynamic farming.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92–94/100 (Excellent wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
A blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache, fermented in concrete and then aged in equal parts in concrete, demi-muids, and barrels, the 2022 Ventoux Quintessence seems to be one of the best examples of this cuvée I’ve tasted. On the nose, impressive aromas of blueberries are accompanied by raspberries and a hint of black olive, while the palate is full-bodied, richly concentrated, and supple, with notes of licorice and mint on a long, velvety finish.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
The history of this estate began in the 1970s, when the Chaudière grandparents restored the château and part of the vineyard. Paul and Edith then set the course by leaving the cooperative and focusing on terroir selection. Since 2000, their sons, Frédéric and Alexandre, have been steering the future of this vast vineyard. We are captivated by the stylistic shift in the wines: they have truly gained in finesse and flavor, and beautifully reflect the freshness of the terroir.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The nose is intense and deeply layered, with notes of scorched earth and iodine mingling with aromas of ripe fruit and truffle. The palate is harmonious, revealing fresh notes of blackberry, violet, garrigue, sage, and a hint of cocoa powder. A granitic minerality defines the finish, softened by gentle acidity. This wine pairs naturally with roasted or braised meats.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Ventoux Quintessence is characteristic of a classic Syrah, with aromas of ripe, juicy red fruits, peppery herbs, violets, and chalky minerality. It is a medium-bodied to full-bodied red wine with fine tannins and a supple, complex, and elegant palate.
Customer Rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. PIERRE G. Published on 12/14/2025
Full-bodied, juicy... smooth... very pleasant on the palate
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