La Reserve X XII XV
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted leg of lamb, wild game stew, aged hard cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the master oenologist Xavier Vignon, La Réserve X XII XV is an extraordinary multi-vintage Châteauneuf-du-Pape that defies traditional regional conventions. The name itself is a testament to Vignon's innovative spirit, representing a masterclass in blending across time by uniting three of the Southern Rhône's most exceptional vintages of the decade: 2010 (X), 2012 (XII), and 2015 (XV). By combining the structural power and acidity of 2010, the lush, expressive fruit of 2012, and the depth and balance of 2015, Vignon created a cuvée of remarkable harmony. The grapes are sourced from ancient vines, some over a century old, rooted in the classic Châteauneuf terroir of quartz river stones (galets roulés), red clay, and limestone. This non-traditional approach yields a wine of immense complexity, richness, and velvety texture, embodying both the scientific precision and artistic freedom that define Vignon's winemaking philosophy.
🍾 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, Syrah, Mourvèdre
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
15