Grand Veneur Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge Les Origines is made from 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 20% SyrahMatured in vats (grenache) and in oak casks (syrah and mourvdre).Deep and brilliant, purple-red colour. An exciting nose with aromas of black fruit (blackcurrant, cherry) spices and vanilla. This great aromatic complexity is found on the palate : the spices and ripe fruit appear with an elegant woodiness and harmonious tannins. The finish has good aromatic length and introduces a touch of liquorice and pepper. A terrific Chteauneuf du Pape with great concentration and finesse. Best between 2 and 20 years. Best to decant if young (less than 5 years old). Soil type Extreme north of Chteauneuf du Pape. This plateau is made with a high quantity of red clay mixed with rocks. This area is considerated to be one of the best to produce rich and powerful red wines. By definition, LES ORIGINES will always deliver a great complexity and ageing potential. Winemaking ageing Harvest is sorted by hand, destemmed and crushed. Fermentation temperature is controlled at 30 C. Vatting period of 18 to 20 days. Matured in vats (grenache) and in oak casks (syrah and mourvdre). Review: The huge nose of violet pastilles, mulberries, smoked bacon and a touch of hot asphalt pulls you into this expansive but beautifully balanced Chateauneuf that's packed with fine, powdery tannin. So much bitter-chocolate character, but this exactly matches the deep fruit and, at the long crescendo finish, there are fascinating balsamic and hot dry-earth touches. Drinkable now, but best from 2025. (March 2022), 94