Font de Crau

Domaine de la Graveirette · Rhône Valley, France

This Châteauneuf-du-Pape reflects its unique terroir. Made from a selection of centenary vines grown on 4 rows of the Crau plateau. The palate shows dark fruits, chalky notes as well as dried violets and roses. Fleshy with smooth, integrated tannins.

Farming
Certified organic and Biodynamic

Harvest Method
Hand harvest

Varietal
Grenache 60%, Mourvedre 40%

Age of Vineyard
Planted 1920

Vessel
Vinification in concrete, ageing in stainless tank.

Vineyard Yield
28-30 hl/ha

Soil Type
Mix of clay, sand, galets and little pebbles

Annual Production
10,000 bottles

Vinification
Destemmed, sorted and fermented in concrete, 24 months ageing in stainless steel and released after 2 years bottle aging.