Description
Chateau de Beaucastel has long been regarded as one of the greatest wines in France, and this 2016 is no exception…. From Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the 2016 red is a blend of 30% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, 15% Syrah, 10% Counoise, Vaccarèse, Terret Noir, Muscardin, Clairette, Picpoul, Picardan, Bourboulenc & Roussanne 10% and 5% Cinsault.
TASTING NOTE: In the glass, this wine shows as a deep ruby in colour. On the nose: this wine is strikingly fresh, with aromas of dark red fruits such as raspberry and cherry, interwoven with notes of dark chocolate, liquorice and warm baking spices like cinnamon. On the palate: it is full-bodied yet refined, showing ripe fruit supported by vibrant acidity and supple, polished tannins. The wine is beautifully balanced and finishes long, elegant and complex, with lingering notes of spice and sweet fruit. 14% alcohol.
FOOD PAIRING, STORAGE AND SERVICE: With such a classic and iconic wine, an equally classic food pairing is only fitting. A traditional choice would be a côte de boeuf, cooked to medium-rare and served with sides of garlic butter, steamed kale, or crispy chips. The rich, meaty flavours of the steak harmonize beautifully with the wine’s red fruit aromas, supple tannins, and underlying smoky notes. For a vegetarian option, the key is to choose a dish that can carry bold spice or barbecue flavours. Vegetables like mushrooms or aubergine work particularly well, as they can be marinated to absorb deep, savoury flavours, creating a similar effect to the steak pairing. To enjoy this wine at its best, serve at around 15°C and decant if possible.
ABOUT: Chateau Beaucastel has an exceptional terroir to the North of Châteauneuf du Pape, exposed to the Mistral wind. All thirteen varieties of the appellation have been organically grown since the sixties. It’s also one of the oldest estates in the appellation dating all the way back to 1549. Pierre de Beaucastel purchased the original parcel of vineyard land for the family in the Coudoulet appellation of Southern Rhone. Beaucastel was then acquired by Pierre Tramier in 1909. The estate was passed down several generations, to the Perrin family who own and manage the estate today, and continue the tradition of Beaucastel, with its notorious style, balance, and great ageing potential.
