Domaine de Ferrand Chateauneuf du Pape

Young Philippe Bravay, whom Robert Parker in Issue 131 of The Wine Advocate say "is unquestionable one of Chateauneuf du Pape’s up and coming stars" and is now taking over the family domaine. He is extremely dedicated to preserving the unique traditions and special characteristics that Chateauneuf brings to the world. The domaine is tiny, only 5 ½ hectares of which over half is on vines approaching 100 years old, all situated in the lieu-dit Ferrand. He uses organic growing techniques, limits yields strictly (his Cotes du Rhone, even, is less than 2 1/2 tons to the acre yields, and the Chateauneuf du Pape even less) and vinifies traditionally.

'Readers who love the fresh, elegant style of these cooler vintages will love the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape, a spicy, perfumed, floral, and incredibly charming Châteauneuf Du Pape. Black raspberries, flowers, game, pepper, and garrigue notes all define the aromatics, and it's medium-bodied, with a supple, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. This incredibly floral, perfumed, graceful Châteauneuf Du Pape will drink nicely over the coming decade or so.' - Jeb Dunnuck