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La Serine
Domaine Chante Cigale - Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Red,Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Syrah 100 %
history
Domaine Chante Cigale, established in 1874 by Hyppolite Jourdan, is a historic family-owned estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Initially named "Clos Chante Cigale," it was renamed in 1936 when Châteauneuf-du-Pape became France's first AOC. Today, under the leadership of Alexandre Favier, the estate spans over 40 hectares across 45 parcels within the appellation. This diversity of soils and grape varieties enables the production of unique wines. Favier and his team oversee each step of the winemaking process, ensuring the preservation of the estate's spirit and tradition.
Vineyard
Single plot , Sand ( lieu-dit : Bois Dauphin)
Age of the vineyard : 70 years old
Winemaking
Harvested by hand -Double sorting ( in the vines and in the cellar).
Maceration for 18 to 24 days with smooth punchdowns and pumping over.
Aging : French oak barral of 228 liters for 18 months -extra fine grain.
Tasting notes
Nose of violet , blackberry with a int of indian ink.The mouth is smooth with velvety tannins. The final is spicy with black fruits notes.
Food pairing
Best served at 61 ° to 65 ° F;
It will be perfect with pigeon with truffles from Ventoux.
Aging potential
15 years.
Grape varieties
Syrah 100 %
Press
Current and upcoming vintage ratings :
202392 VINOUS
202397 Jeb Dunnuck
202394 WINE CELLAR INSIDER
Previous rating
202091 James Suckling
202093 Wine Spectator
97
2023
All Syrah from the older Northern Rhône Serine clone and roughly 45 cases produced, the 2023 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Serine is deep purple-hued, with sensational aromatics of peppery black and blue fruits, spring flowers, violets, and bouquet garni. Completely destemmed and aged 18 months primarily in concrete eggs with small portions in old barrels and amphora, it's pure, focused, medium to full-bodied, has ultra-fine tannins, and a sensational finish. It reminds me of some of the brilliant Syrahs from Bien Nacido in California and will evolve for 20 years if well stored. Drink 2026-2043.
Alexandre Favier Jeb Dunnuck
Cuvée France
32 Rue Robert Mallet Stevens
BAT C
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
+33 (0)4.66.23.44.22
32 Rue Robert Mallet Stevens
BAT C
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
+33 (0)4.66.23.44.22
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