About this winery

Four generations for this Châteauneuf-du-Pape house rooted in the heart of the Rhône Valley for more than 70 years. In 1931, Charles Brotte, the founder, moved to Châteauneuf-du-Pape and created a bottling cellar, to offer wine lovers to the character of this country. Later, it was the creation of the famous Pope's Vial, a true ambassador, exported to more than 95 countries. Today, La Maison Brotte is a dynamic and innovative group, which includes a vineyard of more than 60 hectares, Domaine...

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Production notes

The wines are aged in French oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 one-wine, 1/3 two-wine) for the tannic Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache; the softer Grenache wines are aged in concrete vats and century-old oak foudres to preserve the fruit.

Tasting notes

The wine is surprisingly round for its young age, with plenty of suppleness, freshness and elegant fruit. The Syrahs exude blackberry, white pepper and hints of menthol. The Grenache brings aromas of fresh raspberry and hints of fresh ginger. The texture is remarkably ample and velvety.