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Structure
Drinking window
Best 5 to 20 years from vintage.
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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
- Roasted lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence Dark fruit and garrigue notes find a natural companion in herb-roasted lamb.More wines for lamb →
- Grilled entrecote Full body and firm tannins handle charred beef well.More wines for steak →
- Aged hard cheese board The wine's tannic structure pairs naturally with aged hard cheeses.More wines for game →
With cheese
How to serve Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge
Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Roasted lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence, Grilled entrecote, Aged hard cheese board. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
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.
- 1560First documented wine production at Chateau La Nerthe
- 1985David Brunier and Richard family partnership acquires and renovates the chateau
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau La Nerthe · visiting guide
- 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
Frequently asked about Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge
What does Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge taste like?
On the nose, blackcurrant, cherry, licorice, garrigue, dark spice. On the palate, plum jam, grilled meat, tobacco, medium-firm tannins, savoury mineral finish. Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, medium acidity with a long finish. The estate red from one of Chateauneuf's most ancient properties; balanced and approachable with dark fruit, garrigue, and a structured tannic framework.
When should I drink Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge?
Drink 5-20 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge?
Roasted lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled entrecote and Aged hard cheese board. Dark fruit and garrigue notes find a natural companion in herb-roasted lamb.
What grapes are in Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge?
The blend is Grenache (56%), Syrah (22%), Mourvedre (20%), Cinsault (2%). The wine is classified as Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC.
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