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La Chasse du Pape - Au Pavillon Saint-Pierre

by J&G Meffre
Red wine.year 📍 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France

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Typically best enjoyed 4–10 years from vintage release.

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Roasted lamb, beef stew, grilled game

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Originating from the historic Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, this cuvée from Maison J. & G. Meffre reflects the rich viticultural tradition tied to the 14th-century Avignon papacy. The vineyards benefit from the iconic galets roulés—large quartzite stones that store daytime heat and warm the vines through the cool night—set among clay and limestone soils. Vinified traditionally in concrete vats and aged to preserve fruit purity and regional character, the wine displays classic notes of dark plum, black cherry, dried garrigue herbs, black pepper, and subtle earthy spices framed by generous, velvety tannins.

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Established in Gigondas in the heart of the Southern Rhône Valley, Maison J. & G. Meffre is a historic French wine producer and negociant with deep roots in the region's finest terroirs. The house gained renown for its extensive portfolio of classic Southern Rhône appellations, most notably Gigondas, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and Vacqueyras. Emphasizing traditional winemaking methods, their production centers around Grenache-dominant blends enriched with Syrah and Mourvèdre, matured in classic oak vats and concrete tanks. The resulting wines are widely recognized for their generous fruit profile, spicy complexity, and authentic reflection of the local Provençal landscape.

📍 252 Route de Bel Air, 84190 Gigondas, Vaucluse, France 🌐 https://www.gabriel-meffre.fr