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Le Prince de Courthézon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016

Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC

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  • 90pts, Wine Advocate, 2019
  • Gold, Guide Gilbert & Gaillard, 2019
  • 90pts, Jeb Dunnuck, 2018

Six Golds in the last four vintages is an impressive record for this mighty Châteauneuf. And 2016 was a terrific year so expect more! From young winemaker Thierry Ferlay, this luscious, spicy, mouthfilling Châteauneuf comes at a great value price.

Six Golds in the last four vintages is an impressive record for this mighty Châteauneuf. And 2016 was a terrific year so expect more! From young winemaker Thierry Ferlay, this luscious, spicy, mouthfilling Châteauneuf comes at a great value price.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Richly fruity – raspberry, blackberry, cassis – with herbs and spice

Aroma

Fragrant, red berry fruit, spice and minerals

Le Prince de Courthézon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016

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  • 15.5% ABV
  • 11.63 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2025

Châteauneuf du Pape is the most famous red of the southern Rhône, adored for its big spice and warm, raisiny fruit. Quality in 2016 was exceptional. “Another fantastic year” wrote Richard Hemming MW on jancisrobinson.com, “truly great” wrote Decanter. Le Prince is made at Châteauneuf’s only co-operative winery by award winning winemaker Thierry Ferlay. All the grape growers are part-owners, so maximising quality is uppermost for them, which explains this wine’s impressive, medal winning success. With grapes sourced from ancient, low yielding vines across the region, you not only get lovely intensity but complexity too. Mostly Grenache, with Syrah and Mourvèdre adding colour and aromatic nuances. Serve with a hearty casserole or roast lamb.

"Very enjoyable and nicely affordable Châteauneuf from this prize-winning winemaker" Jehan Sacaze
Buyer for the Rhône
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