Xavier Vignon, Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Anonyme Deluxe, 2016

Exceptional vintage in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 2016 is today considered a true reference of the appellation. Combining maturity, natural balance, and great freshness, it gave rise to this deep, harmonious cuvée designed for long aging.

75% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault, 3% Muscardin, and 2% Piquepoul Noir

Terroir
Plots mainly located on the cooler soils of the northern part of the appellation (safres). Soils of rolled pebbles and calcareous sediments, remnants of alluvium carried by the Rhône.
Winemaking
Traditional winemaking with a long maceration of 4 to 6 months. 50% in concrete tanks and 50% in stainless steel tanks.
Ageing
50% of the blend is aged in French oak barrels, 25% in large oak casks, and 25% in concrete tanks.

Will mature until 2030+

Eye
Deep red with tile-like highlights.
Nose
Complex aromas of ripe black fruits, wild strawberry, black cherry, plum, notes of garrigue, black pepper, and nutmeg.
Palate
Generous and velvety. Roasted notes. Red and black fruits (cherries, blackberries), spices. Silky and elegant tannins.

Pairing
Duck with olive sauce - Porcini ravioli with parsnip cream and crispy bacon - Roast pigeon with porcini - Quail stuffed with mushrooms.