Haute Pierre
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted rosemary lamb, wild boar stew, mature cheeses
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Delas Frères' 'Haute Pierre' is a distinguished expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the crown jewel of the Southern Rhône. The name 'Haute Pierre' pays homage to the iconic terroir of the region, characterized by the famous 'galets roulés'—large, smooth quartzite stones deposited by ancient glaciers. These stones absorb the intense Mediterranean sun during the day and radiate heat back to the low-trained vines at night, fostering optimal ripeness. Crafted primarily from Grenache and Syrah sourced from select clay-limestone and sandy plots, this wine undergoes traditional vinification in concrete vats followed by careful maturation in oak foudres. The result is a robust, deeply aromatic red that captures the historical essence of the papal enclave, blending rich dark fruit with the classic herbal, spicy notes of garrigue.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1835 by Charles Audibert and Philippe Delas in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Delas Frères is a historic house renowned for its masterful expression of Northern and Southern Rhône terroirs. Now under the ownership of the Champagne Louis Roederer group, the estate combines traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, highlighted by their state-of-the-art winery in Tain-l'Hermitage. Delas is celebrated for its exceptional, terroir-driven wines, particularly its iconic Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Condrieu cuvées, including acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Clos Boucher and La Landonne.