Domaine de Marcoux : Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2024

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for the Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2024 from Domaine de Marcoux

Tasting

Nose

The nose is refined, with red fruit, spice and a touch of minerality.

Palate

On the palate, the structure ranges from medium to full. The tannins are exceptionally fine and the finish lingers.

A red Châteauneuf-du-Pape from the Rhône Valley, crafted by Domaine de Marcoux

The estate

Based in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, in the Rhône Valley, Domaine de Marcoux is run by the Armenier family, whose ancestors are documented in the village as far back as the 14th century. The Armenier sisters now manage the estate, which covers approximately 28 hectares across Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Lirac and Côtes-du-Rhône. Farmed organically, with preparations inspired by biodynamics, it seeks a balance between power and elegance.

The vineyard

This red Châteauneuf-du-Pape comes from plots spread across different areas of the appellation, giving it access to a wide variety of soils. These include quartzite pebbles, clays, red sandstone and limestone. The vines are farmed organically, with hand harvesting and successive sorting.

Winemaking and ageing

The 2024 Châteauneuf-du-Pape from Domaine de Marcoux is vinified traditionally. The grapes are destemmed, then fermented with indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged in concrete tanks and large oak foudres.

Grape varieties

This wine is a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault.