2023DomaineMayardChateauneuf-du-Pape,Rhone,France

<p>Technically a new domaine in Châteauneuf but from a historic family, , Domaine Mayard is quickly making a name for itself to those in the know about the Southern Rhône. Winemakers Arthur and Hugo are the sixth generation of Mayard winemakers, now in charge of this estate following the separation of the Mayard family’s vineyards into several properties. </p><p>80% Grenache, 10% Cinsault, 10% Mourvèdre. From the lieu-dit le Grand Coulet in Sorgues, lieu-dit la Crau in at the heart of the appellation in the commune of Châteauneuf, and Le Pointu in the Courthezon woods. Grapes are hand-harvested, then sorted in the vineyard and also in the cellar. Native yeast fermentation and vatting for 4-5 weeks. Aged in concrete tanks and bottled 18 months after harvest. </p>