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Which region produces Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
the Rhone Valley of France
The Chateauneuf-du-Pape wine region is undeniably the most recognisable appellation in the Rhone Valley of France, the second largest producer in the country known as the spiritual home of France.
Where is the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC located?
southeastern France
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a French wine, an Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) located around the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the Rhône wine region in southeastern France.
Is Châteauneuf-du-Pape Southern Rhone?
The wines of the southern Rhône are France’s most alcoholic, with 14-15% by no means uncommon for its most famous appellation, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (and no chaptalisation, or extra alcohol from added sugar, is allowed this far south). Perhaps it is the alcohol that makes these southern Rhône reds so easy to appreciate.
Is Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
Châteauneuf-du-Pape is the most famous Southern Rhône appellation and the finest expression of the Grenache grape and Grenache based blends. Expect flavours of raspberry and pepper. It’s the perfect partner for decadent dishes featuring game, truffles or mushrooms.
What is the origin of Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s fame dates back to the 14th century when the popes fled Rome and moved to Avignon. Here they lived between 1309 and 1378. They built a summer palace in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 20 kilometres north of Avignon. The name means “the pope’s new castle” but the name does not allude to the papal palace.
Is Châteauneuf-du-Pape in Burgundy?
Chateauneuf du Pape – Burgundy Wine Company.
Where is Côtes du Rhône region?
eastern France
Côtes du Rhône is a region wide appellation within the Rhône Valley in eastern France. It applies to red, rosé and white wines, and includes more than 170 villages. The zone follows the course of the Rhône river southwards for 125 miles (200km) from Saint-Cyr-sur-le-Rhône to Avignon.
Where is the Rhone region?
France
The Rhône Valley is a key wine-producing region in the southeast of France. It follows the north–south course of the Rhône river for almost 240km (150 miles) from Lyon to the Rhône Delta (the “Bouches-du-Rhône”) on the Mediterranean coast.
What body is Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines tend to have slightly higher alcohol at 14% ABV. The appellation permits just a touch of residual sugar (RS), which adds body to the taste. Because Châteauneuf-du-Pape has moderately high acidity, you usually can’t taste any sweetness.