{"title":"Wine from La Nerthe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/chateau-la-nerthe-100x200.jpg?v=1773512707\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine grapes have been grown at the estate since the 1500s, making it one of the oldest estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePOINTS OF DISTINCTION\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional, sloped terroir with soils of sandy-clay and a layer of large, round, well-worn galet stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll the terroirs of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in a single estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 13 of the permitted primary varietals are planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage vine age over 40 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified AB Organic since 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA veteran, acclaimed winemaking team and a rich, unique history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau La Nerthe is in contention for being one of the oldest estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The estate was first purchased by the Tulle de Villefranche family in 1560. The historic Château was built in 1736. Château La Nerthe deserves credit for being one of the first estates to bottle their own wine. This took place to some extent starting in 1784. Château La Nerthe is one of the first, if not the first estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape to export their wine outside of France. Another first that belongs to the estate is that Château La Nerthe began the practice of destemming 100% of their vines in the 1800’s. By this point in time, Château La Nerthe was the most expensive wine from the Southern Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1870, the Tulle de Villefranche family sold the property to the Joseph Ducos family. The sale took place in part, because of the devastation caused to the vineyards by Phylloxera. The Ducos family made their mark on Chateau la Nerthe’s history by replanting the vineyard on grafted phylloxera rootstock and by planting new, local grape varieties; 10 of the 13 permitted varietals were planted. The Ducos family maintained ownership of the property until 1941 when Château La Nerthe was bought at an auction by the Leclerc and Motte families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1985, Château La Nerthe had become dilapidated and was put up for sale by the Dereumaux family and purchased by the Richard family in partnership with David and Foillard negociants. Their goal for the estate was to revive the original values of excellence and innovation. A complete renovation of the estate took place and much of the vineyards were replanted. In 1991, Château La Nerthe was able to expand their holdings with the purchase of 54 acres of vines, which helped to create one of the largest estates in the Southern Rhône with 230 acres. In 1998, the vineyard is certified organic. Rémi Jean joined the Chateau la Nerthe team in late 2019 and has been placed in charge of the estate and its winemaking. Rémi Jean has had a long partnership with the Richard Family Wineries, previously worked as General Manager for their Bordeaux properties, Château de Corcelles and Château des Tours.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-la-nerthe-chateauneuf-du-pape-rouge-2021","title":"Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eChateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is made from Grenache 39%, Mourvdre 33%, Syrah 25%, Cinsault 2%, Others 1%.Chteau La Nerthe is one of the oldest estates in Chteauneuf-du-Pape and dates from 1560. Chteau La Nerthe has 227 acres of vineyards that surround the chteau and top the renowned La Crau plateau. The terroir is typical of the region. Vineyards run along a slope and grow in sandy-clay soils. The ground is covered by a layer of galets' large, round, well-worn stones that were carried down from the Alps by glaciers during the last ice age. All the 13 permitted primary varietals are planted here. Grenache dominates 62% of the vineyards and the average vine age is over 40 years old. The grapes are hand harvested and sorted on tables. The grapes are then put into vats for almost 4 weeks with regular pump overs and punch downs. The must is tasted every day during fermentation to ensure the best extraction of the berry compounds. At the end, the wines are racked into oak vats for malolactic fermentation. The cuve is then aged in large French oak casks and barrels for 12 months before blending. Bottling takes place 6 months later. The dark, deep, inky of the wine shows immediately, stemming from the concentration of the vintage. Nose of blackcurrants, black tea and dried flowers stands out. The mouth is rich, fruity and velvety with an incredibly layered tannic structure. The wine is balanced and pure with intense and incredibly long aging potential. Food Pairing: To drink with lamb or beef stew with grand veneur' sauce, duck fillet. ulliOne of the oldest estates in Chteauneuf-du-Pape - dates from 1560liliEstate grown, hand harvested, estate bottledliliAverage vine age is 40 yearsliliCertified AB Organicliul Review: A focused expression, this wine delivers pure red and black fruits unfolding against a delicate rose-petal backdrop. Silky yet chewy tannins gradually reveal layers of red cherry, pomegranate, spice, violets, and a hint of clove. Its elegance is underscored by fine tannins, suggesting a wine that, while quiet now, holds the promise of revealing its full beauty with time in the bottle. Cellaring through 2028 before revisiting should prove to be rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Nerthe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949243953199,"sku":"451377","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/nertheroughe.jpg?v=1771492077"}],"url":"https:\/\/timelesswinesdirect.com\/collections\/wineries-la-nerthe.oembed","provider":"timelesswines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}