Chateauneuf-du-Pape stallion 2024 /14.5%/ 0.75l

In the heart of the southern Rhone Valley, in one of France's most prestigious appellations, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, operates a wine house Stallion, whose history dates back to the mid-19th century. The founder was Christophe Ogier, who started as a négociant in 1859, trading and maturing wines from the region. Over time, the company began producing wines on its own and gradually gained a reputation as one of the most important producers in the southern Rhône region.

The development of the vineyard was closely linked to the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, which has been one of the most important sites of French winemaking since the Middle Ages. The region's name - meaning "New Papal Castle" - refers to a period in the 14th century when the popes residing in nearby Avignon supported the development of viticulture and the construction of a castle that has become a symbol of the appellation.

Maison Ogier has been developing its business for more than 160 years, focusing on interpreting the terroir of the southern Rhone Valley. Today, the winery is part of the large French wine group AdVini, but has retained the character of a producer with strong ties to the region and its traditions. Stallion's cellars are located in the heart of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where thousands of hectoliters of wine are matured in wooden vats and barrels.

The vineyards are located on soils typical of the appellation composed of clay, sands and the famous pebbles galets roulés - large stones that heat up during the day and give off heat at night, which promotes even maturation of the grapes. The climate is hot and very sunny, with more than 2,800 hours of sunshine a year, and a strong mistral wind protects the vines from disease.

One of the interesting facts about the house of Stallion is its strong commitment to the Grenache varietal, the variety that forms the foundation of most Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines. In many of the producer's vineyards, it accounts for a significant proportion of plantings and gives the wines their characteristic ripeness, fullness and red fruit aromas.

The Châteauneuf-du-Pape stallion is a classic interpretation of a red wine from the Southern Rhône, based on the traditional coupage of varietals characteristic of the appellation. It is mainly formed from Grenache, supplemented by Syrah and Mourvèdre, which bring structure, spice and depth to the.

After fermentation, the wine is aged for about 12 months in large oak foudre barrels, which allows for the integration of tannins and the development of more complex aromas, while maintaining the character of the fruit.

The style of this wine reflects well the character of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation: it is intense, rich and full-bodied, but at the same time strikes a balance between ripe fruit, spiciness and notes from wood maturation.

Appearance: deep, intense ruby color with purple reflections, testifying to the youth and concentration of the wine.

Aroma: a rich and multilayered bouquet dominated by notes of ripe red fruits, dried plum and raisins, complemented by accents of licorice, cocoa, spices and a delicate hint of leather and smoke resulting from barrel aging.

Taste: full, intense and structured. On the palate there are flavors of ripe fruit, black plum and cherry, accompanied by notes of spices, herbs de Provence and delicate hints of oak. The tannins are pronounced but well integrated, and the finish is long and warming.

Culinary Connections: ideal for red meat dishes, lamb, game, braised meat dishes and aged cheeses. The wine also pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine and dishes with aromatic herbs.