13 grape varieties....to pick!

In Beaucastel we use all the 13 grapes varieties which are allowed in Chateauneuf du Pape.

We pick each grape variety separately (when we think it's the perfect time) and we do the vinification also separately.

Each grape varieties brings its own 'personality' to the final blend:

· Grenache and Cinsault give warmth, colour and roundness.

· Mourvèdre, Syrah, Muscardin and Vaccarèse have structure, ageing, depth of colour and firm flavours.

· Counoise, Picpoul, Terret Noir, Clairette, Picardan, Bouboulenc and Roussanne provide vinosity and individual bouquet.

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