Famille Perrin : Les Sinards 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Advice for the Les Sinards 2022 Cuvée from Famille Perrin

Tasting

Colour
Bright colour, a vibrant garnet red.

Nose
From the very first nose, this cuvée captivates with its generous bouquet, intertwining heady aromas of cherry and juicy plum, complemented by subtle notes of mild spices.

Palate
The attack on the palate is silky and broad, revealing a rich and complex body. Its elegance extends to a finish of rare finesse, with notes of dried and candied fruit.

Food and Wine Pairings
Spiced duck breast, a selection of aged cheeses, truffles or mushrooms all make refined pairings with this cuvée.

Expression of the Great Terroirs of Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The Estate

The Famille Perrin stands as one of the emblematic names of the Vallée du Rhône, thanks to a demanding artisanal approach and a profound respect for the terroir. Pioneers of organic viticulture since 1950, then of biodynamics since 1974, the Perrins produce internationally renowned wines, lauded for their purity and authentic expression of the vineyard.

The Wine

The Les Sinards cuvée is a Vallée du Rhône wine sourced from young vines at Domaine de Beaucastel as well as vines managed under lease. The vines flourish on soils blending Urgonian limestone and Miocene marine molasse, scattered with rolled pebbles characteristic of the appellation.

The Vintage

The 2022 vintage was marked by extreme climatic conditions, with a very dry winter and spring that promoted excellent vine health. Despite contrasting weather, grape quality proved remarkable, although yields varied across plots. Salvaging rains in August enabled optimal ripening, resulting in early harvests from 19 August.

Vinification and Ageing

Each grape variety is harvested separately and meticulously sorted upon arrival at the winery. Syrah is partly vinified with whole clusters, the remainder being destemmed, as is the case with Grenache. After blending, the Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine is aged for two years in oak vats, to reveal its full depth and complexity.

Blend

Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah.