Description
Still red wine from the Rhône, France, 15% ABV, produced by Delas Fréres. Blend: 90% Grenache, 10% Syrah. 0.75L bottle, 2021 vintage. A Châteauneuf-du-Pape that embodies the power and elegance of the Rhône, the fruit of a history that began in 1835. After destemming and pressing, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks for approximately 10 days, followed by maceration for 8–10 days. Aged in 60-hectoliter oak barrels for 8–14 months. The result is a deep garnet red wine with strong spicy aromas that blend with a rich, powerful body, supported by delicate tannins. The finish reveals intense licorice flavors, a wine that promises a long finish.
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Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1835
Today it is one of the most important wineries in the whole of France that, thanks to dedication and foresight, has constantly improved acquiring properties in the best Cru, thus ensuring the perfect starting point for excellent wines.
In the 70s the company then experienced a period of crisis that until the acquisition by the Roederer group that started a profound restyling led by the expert hand of Fabrice Rosset.
The latter has allowed a real rebirth of the maison, paying great attention to work in the vineyard and investing in cutting-edge technology and equipment in the winery, combining tradition and innovation to bring the Delas Frères brand back to its former glory. Read more
| Name | Delas Freres Chateauneuf du Pape Haute Pierre Rouge 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Châteauneuf du Pape AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Grenache, 10% Syrah |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone Valley |
| Vendor | Delas Freres |
| Origin | Tournon-sur-Rhône (France) |
| Soil composition | Stony soil of varying depth, consisting mainly of large quartz stones with red clay and sand. |
| Wine making | After destemming and crushing, the grapes are placed in concrete vats for alcoholic fermentation for about 10 days, followed by maceration for 8 0 days. Malolactic fermentation carried out completely. |
| Aging | In 60-hectolitre oak casks for 8 4 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |

