Arcane La Papesse
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2033
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb with rosemary, braised beef short ribs, wild mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Part of Xavier Vignon's enigmatic 'Arcane' series, 'La Papesse' (named after the High Priestess tarot card) is a profound expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This cuvée is a tribute to the power and mystery of old-vine Grenache, sourced from exceptional parcels across the appellation's diverse terroirs, including Urgonian limestone, sandy soils, and quartzite pebbles. Vignon employs innovative aging techniques, utilizing a combination of concrete tanks, oak casks, and terracotta amphorae to preserve the purity of the fruit while enhancing its structural complexity. The result is a wine that whispers of ancient stones, dark fruit, and garrigue, embodying the intuitive, secretive nature of its tarot namesake.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded by celebrated consulting oenologist Xavier Vignon, the eponymous winery is located in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône Valley, France. Leveraging decades of advisory work across prestigious global estates, Vignon channels deep insights into microclimates and soil diversity into artisanally crafted wines. The estate's philosophy centers on the art of precision blending, bringing together exceptional old-vine parcels and innovative winemaking techniques to achieve depth, balance, and freshness. Xavier Vignon is widely recognized for his rich, complex Grenache-driven expressions, exemplified by flagship releases such as Cuvée Anonyme and the visionary Arcane series.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache 100%
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
15%