Château de Fonsalette - Côtes du Rhône Réserve 2009

The history of Château Rayas begins in 1880 , when the former notary Albert Reynaud acquired plots of vines. His son, Louis Reynaud, continued the adventure by directly bottling the production for sale. In the 1930s , he bought Château des Tours , followed by Château de Fonsalette in 1945 . Since 1997, Emmanuel Reynaud has managed the three farms, revitalizing the vineyard while respecting the Rayas spirit: very ripe Grenaches, vinified from whole harvests and aged in old tuns.

Château Rayas is one of the largest French wine estates , recognized as the jewel of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Its wines of character improve intensely with age, offering a unique taste experience.

🍇 Grape variety: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault

👁️ Dress : Dark ruby ​​red with purple highlights

👃🏻 Nose : Intense aromas of black fruits such as blackberry and plum, with spicy notes, licorice and undergrowth

👄 Mouth : Velvety texture and rich on the palate, with very present tannins and lively acidity. The black fruit flavors are supported by spicy, licorice and undergrowth notes, with a long and complex finish.

🍽️ Pairings : Coq au vin, Duck confit