Les Vallons de la Solitude - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2023

Les Vallons de la Solitude – Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2023

Few names in the Rhône carry as much weight as Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and the 2023 release of Les Vallons de la Solitude captures everything that makes this appellation legendary.

A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, sourced from vineyards rooted in the famous galets roulés (rounded river stones), this wine balances power with elegance. The warm 2023 vintage produced grapes of intensity and ripeness, but careful winemaking here keeps freshness and finesse intact.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of ripe blackberries, cherry compote, garrigue herbs, and cracked pepper.

• Palate: Concentrated dark fruit,  plum, cassis, and blackberry,  wrapped in velvety tannins and lifted by notes of thyme, liquorice, and spice.

• Finish: Long, warming, and complex, with lingering black fruit, pepper, and savoury herbs.

This is a Châteauneuf that’s as versatile at the dinner table as it is in the cellar. Pair with slow-roasted lamb, beef bourguignon, or wild game, or cellar it for a decade to watch the layers deepen.