Les Chapouins Vieilles Vignes
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lamb with rosemary, slow-cooked beef stew, wild mushroom risotto
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Sourced from the prized 'Les Chapouins' lieu-dit in the northern reaches of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this cuvée showcases Famille Perrin's mastery of old-vine viticulture. The vineyard's unique terroir, characterized by a mix of sandy soils and classic limestone-rich clay, allows the deeply rooted ancient vines to thrive under the intense Mediterranean sun and cooling Mistral winds. This specific microclimate yields a wine of remarkable elegance, structural depth, and intense red-fruit aromatics, distinguishing it from the heavier styles of the southern appellation. Crafted with the family's signature minimal-intervention philosophy, the grapes are hand-harvested and vinified in traditional foudres to preserve the pure, vibrant essence of the historic site.
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Established in the southern Rhône Valley and closely tied to the legendary Château de Beaucastel since 1909, Famille Perrin is one of France's most respected winemaking dynasties. Under the visionary guidance of Jacques Perrin and subsequent generations, the family pioneered organic viticulture in 1950 and biodynamic farming in 1974. Based in Courthézon, they are celebrated for their masterful blending of all thirteen permitted Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties, aging their wines in traditional large oak foudres to preserve purity and terroir. Their world-class portfolio ranges from the iconic, Mourvèdre-dominant Château de Beaucastel Hommage à Jacques Perrin to expressive regional selections like Les Sinards and La Gille.