Arcane V Pape
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from release, with the potential to develop beautifully for up to 20 years.
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Roasted lamb, slow-cooked beef stew, wild game
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Xavier Vignon's Arcane series is a playground of oenological creativity, and 'V Le Pape' (The Pope) pays homage both to the historic papal seat of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the fifth card of the Tarot deck. Crafted from centenarian Grenache vines spread across diverse terroirs—including Urgonian limestone, sandy soils, and quartzite pebbles—this cuvée represents a masterclass in Southern Rhône complexity. To preserve the vibrant, primary fruit of these ancient vines while imparting structure, Vignon utilizes a revolutionary aging technique: maturing the wine in small oak barrels that are entirely submerged in concrete tanks filled with wine. This ingenious method eliminates oxygen contact, resulting in a remarkably fresh, intensely concentrated, and velvety expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that defies traditional aging boundaries.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Based in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, at 190 Route de Sorgues, the house of Xavier Vignon was founded by the renowned consultant oenologist of the same name to express the diverse terroirs of the Southern Rhône Valley. Renowned for an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovative blending, the winery crafts exceptional red, white, and rosé wines, utilizing masterfully tailored aging techniques like concrete eggs and oak foudres. Its signature expressions, including the highly acclaimed Cuvée Anonyme and the creative Arcane series, reflect Vignon's scientific precision and artistic vision. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.xaviervignon.com.