Ad Vitam Aeternam Châteauneuf-du-Pape
This unique and extremely rare Châteauneuf du Pape (563 bottles) in your hands is not the result of chance, but rather of a passion that unites us, Ad Vitam Aeternam.
Grape varieties
70% Black Grenache - 15% Syrah - 15% Mouvèdre
Terroir
Red clay with large pebbles - sandstone - sandy terraces.
Age of vines
80 years old.
Viticulture
Organic farming. Traditional Gobelet pruning, Cordon de Royat (for Syrah). Ploughing, natural grass cover every other row, leaf thinning, compost of sheep for soil life.
Winemaking
Hand harvested, selective picking of grapes. De-stemming. Indigenous yeasts. Maceration during 1 month. Treading and pumping over. Matured 15 months in new french oak barrel of 600 l.
Tasting
Intense garnet color. The nose is spicy, woody, with grilled notes. The palate is full, lively, with tannins and density. Aromas of black fruits, cacao.
Its complexity and its lenght in mouth make it one of the most beautifull wines of Châteauneuf du Pape.
Guard
More than 20 years.