Domaine de la Mordorée : La Reine des Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022

Characteristics and tasting advice for La Reine des Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022 from Domaine de la Mordorée

Tasting

Color
Beautiful ruby color, with intense reflections.

Nose
The nose exudes notes of red and black fruits, enhanced with violet and licorice, evolving over time towards notes of leather and truffle.

Palate
Generous and ample, the palate offers a beautiful concentration. The finish, long and persistent, mixes fruits and licorice.

Food & wine pairings

This wine pairs ideally with red meats, dishes in sauce, game and soft cheeses.

A concentrated and beautifully structured red wine from the Rhône Valley

The property

The Domaine de la Mordorée was created in 1986 by Francis Delorme and his son. Located in Tavel, near Avignon, this estate of 60 hectares spread over 38 plots is the perfect expression of appellations such as Tavel, Lirac, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes-du-Rhône, or even Condrieu.

The vineyard

La Reine des Bois is a Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine made from vineyards planted on the Crau plateau, resting on clay-siliceous soils with rolled pebbles.

Vinification and aging

Destemming, crushing and long maceration, up to 30 days. The aging is carried out 20% in barrels and 80% in vats.

Blend

Grenache (75%), syrah (10%), mourvèdre (10%), counoise (3%) and vaccarese (2%).