La Reserve VII IX X
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 10 to 20 years from its initial release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
slow-roasted rosemary lamb, wild boar stew, mature pecorino cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
An extraordinary creation from master oenologist Xavier Vignon, La Reserve VII IX X is a non-traditional multi-vintage masterpiece that defies classic appellation rules to achieve ultimate harmony. Sourced entirely from prestigious old-vine parcels in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, this cuvee is a meticulous blend of three of the Southern Rhone's most legendary vintages of the early 21st century: 2007 (VII), representing opulence and concentration; 2009 (IX), contributing structure and power; and 2010 (X), bringing exceptional freshness and balance. By combining these distinct years, Vignon bypasses vintage limitations to craft a wine of immense complexity, depth, and seamless texture, aged in a combination of oak casks and concrete tanks to preserve its rich fruit character and mineral-driven terroir.
🍾 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.