In the glass
Aroma: blackcurrant, cherry, licorice, garrigue, dark spice
Palate: plum jam, grilled meat, tobacco, medium-firm tannins, savoury mineral finish
The estate red from one of Chateauneuf's most ancient properties; balanced and approachable with dark fruit, garrigue, and a structured tannic framework.
What it pairs with
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Roasted lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence
Dark fruit and garrigue notes find a natural companion in herb-roasted lamb. -
Grilled entrecote
Full body and firm tannins handle charred beef well. -
Aged hard cheese board
The wine's tannic structure pairs naturally with aged hard cheeses.
History
Chateau La Nerthe is one of the oldest properties in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, with documented viticulture dating to at least the 16th century. Acquired by the Richard family (via Frey et al.) in 1985, the estate has been extensively renovated and now produces across several cuvees from 90 hectares.
- 1560 — First documented wine production at Chateau La Nerthe
- 1985 — David Brunier and Richard family partnership acquires and renovates the chateau
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau La Nerthe
- Grapes
- Grenache (56%), Syrah (22%), Mourvedre (20%), Cinsault (2%)
- Classification
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
- Oak
- 18 months in old large foudres
- ABV
- 14.5%
- Price
- EUR 45-75 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5-20 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1560
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED