Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC

Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC 75 cl

Château Beauchêne Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC is a powerful red wine from the southern Rhône Valley. The cuvée of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre comes from old, 80- to 100-year-old vines and shows the characterful expression of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Red and dark berries, spices, vanilla and a hint of violet combine with powerful structure, full-bodied fruit and pleasantly integrated tannins.

Producer: Château Beauchêne, Piolenc

The Bernard family has been producing wine at Château Beauchêne for generations. The château comprises 70 hectares of land, divided into three very different terroirs. In the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region lies the estate’s oldest vineyard area, shaped by rolled pebbles, red clay, sandy soils and the warm climate of the southern Rhône Valley. Traditional grape varieties such as Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre grow on these soils. Château Beauchêne combines careful work in the vineyard with vinification that clearly expresses power, fruit, structure and origin. The note HAUTE VALEUR ENVIRONNEMENTAL underlines the estate’s environmentally conscious approach and its respectful handling of vineyards, soils and natural surroundings.

Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC 2023 in detail

Aromas & character (bouquet & palate)

Colour: Intense ruby red with violet reflections

Aroma: Bouquet of red and dark berries, spices, vanilla with a hint of violet.

Character: Powerful on the palate, with pleasantly integrated tannins. Full-bodied and harmonious with beautiful fruit. A sun-kissed wine with a remarkable finish.

Food pairing & occasions

Pairs well with: Game, duck, meat dishes and cheese.

Ideal for: Festive meals, powerful meat dishes, Mediterranean tables, game cuisine and quiet moments of enjoyment with a structured Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Further recommendations & categories

• Wines from Château Beauchêne

FAQ

What stylistically defines Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC?
Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC is a powerful, full-bodied red wine from the southern Rhône Valley. Red and dark berries, spices, vanilla, a hint of violet, pleasantly integrated tannins and a remarkable finish shape its characterful style.

What role do Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre play in this wine?
Grenache shapes the wine with fullness, ripe fruit and Mediterranean warmth. Syrah brings spice, darker fruit and structure. Mourvèdre adds depth, tannin and additional complexity. Together, they create a harmonious Châteauneuf-du-Pape with power, balance and long expression.

At what temperature should Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC be served?
16-18°C is ideal, allowing red and dark berries, spices, vanilla, violet, the full-bodied fruit and the pleasantly integrated tannins to show in balanced harmony.

What drinking phase is Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC 2023 currently in?
Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC 2023 is currently in an early, structured drinking phase. Red and dark berries, spices, vanilla, violet, powerful structure and pleasantly integrated tannins already show expression. Within its ageing potential, the wine can continue to gain calm, depth and harmony.

What does Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC pair best with?
Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC pairs very well with game, duck, meat dishes and cheese. Its fullness, pleasantly integrated tannins and spicy fruit make it especially suitable for rich Mediterranean cuisine.

What makes Châteauneuf-du-Pape special for this red wine?
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is one of the classic appellations of the southern Rhône Valley. Rolled pebbles, red clay soils, sandy sections and Mediterranean warmth shape the ripening of the grapes. These conditions support wines with power, fullness, spice and pronounced structure.

What is the significance of the old vines?
The 80- to 100-year-old vines contribute to the concentration and depth of Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC. Old vines often produce smaller yields, but grapes with pronounced aromatics, structure and a distinctive sense of origin.

What does HAUTE VALEUR ENVIRONNEMENTAL mean at Château Beauchêne?
HAUTE VALEUR ENVIRONNEMENTAL stands for environmentally conscious management with a particular focus on biodiversity and sustainable winegrowing practice. At Château Beauchêne, this note underlines the respectful handling of vineyards, soils and natural surroundings.

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Château Beauchêne Grande Réserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC is a powerful red wine from old vines with Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, red and dark berries, spices, vanilla, violet and pleasantly integrated tannins. Discover this characterful Châteauneuf-du-Pape conveniently online and enjoy it with game, duck, meat dishes or cheese.