In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: kirsch, rose water, garrigue, gentle spice, fennel

Palate: red cherry, raspberry, cinnamon, soft tannins, fresh finish

The second wine of Chateau Rayas from younger vines in the same sandy parcels; lighter-framed Grenache with the estate's signature aromatic finesse at an accessible price.

What it pairs with

  • Grilled lamb chops with mint
    Fresh-framed Grenache with high acidity suits lighter lamb preparations.
  • Rabbit with herbs
    Medium body and red fruit complement rabbit's mild gaminess.
  • Tapenade bruschetta
    Herbal and kirsch notes echo Provencal tapenade.

History

The second label of Chateau Rayas from a separate parcel of younger vines adjacent to the Rayas vineyard. Pignan offers access to the Rayas style at a fraction of the price.

  1. 1978 — Pignan established as the second label of Chateau Rayas

Facts

Producer
Chateau Rayas
Grapes
Grenache (100%)
Classification
Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
Oak
Old foudres; no new oak
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 80-150 at retail
Drinking window
3-15 from vintage
First vintage
1978

Tags

dry grenache high acid low tannin medium body medium term mood easygoing mood rustic occasion dinner party occasion weeknight old world pairs with charcuterie pairs with poultry pairs with red meat price fine still red value pick
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